© trainspo.comPlasser & Theurer DB 719
Built by MBB, Plasser & Theurer
Overview of the Plasser & Theurer DB 719
Discover the DB 719, a versatile service unit built by MBB and Plasser & Theurer for Deutsche Bahn Netz AG. This powerful locomotive is designed for efficiency on German railways.
Boasting a top speed of 160 km/h and a substantial train length of 79.46 meters, the DB 719 is equipped to handle a wide range of operational demands. Its robust construction, weighing in at 193 tons, ensures stability and reliability.
Operating on standard gauge 1435 mm tracks, this service unit features a unique UIC axle configuration of B'2 +2'2'+2'B'. The DB 719 is a testament to advanced engineering for railway maintenance and service.
Plasser & Theurer DB 719 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | MBB, Plasser & Theurer | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'2 +2'2'+2'B' | |
| Train length | 79.46 m260 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 193 t425,492 lb |
Operators of the Plasser & Theurer DB 719
Railway companies that have operated the DB 719, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn Netz AG | DB Netz 719 | Germany |
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