O&K F79.2

Built by ABB, Adtranz, AEG, O&K, Siemens, WU

Top speed

72 km/h

45 mph

Length

32.1 m

105 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1979

40 units

Axle arrangement

B'B'+B'B'

Overview of the O&K F79.2

Discover the F79.2, an impressive Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) in Germany.

This series, also known as BVG F, was built in 1979 by prominent manufacturers including ABB, Adtranz, AEG, O&K, Siemens, and WU.

With a top speed of 72 km/h and seating for 72 passengers, the F79.2 delivers robust performance for urban transit.

Its two-car formation spans 32.1 meters and operates on a standard 1435 mm gauge, ensuring operational flexibility.

The B'B'+B'B' axle configuration and dimensions of 2.65 m width and 3.43 m height are perfectly suited for its operational environment.

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BVG F
Built by	ABB, Adtranz, AEG, O&K, Siemens, WU · 197940 units
Top speed	72 km/h45 mph	45 mph
Electric systems	750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'+B'B'
Formation	2 cars
Capacity	72 seats
Train length	32.1 m105 ft 4 in	105 ft 4 in
Width	2.65 m8 ft 8 in	8 ft 8 in
Height	3.43 m11 ft 3 in	11 ft 3 in