© trainspo.comRAO VSM ES250 Sokol
Built by RAO VSM
Overview of the RAO VSM ES250 Sokol
Introducing the ES250 Sokol, a modern electric multiple unit (EMU) engineered for high-speed rail travel.
This powerful locomotive boasts a top speed of 250 km/h, making it perfect for connecting cities and enhancing railway efficiency.
Built by RAO VSM, the ES250 Sokol operates on a 1520 mm gauge, showcasing robust construction and dependable performance.
Its flexible electric systems, supporting 3 kV DC and 25 kV AC 50 Hz, allow for seamless operation across various infrastructures.
Composed of 6 cars, this EMU offers ample capacity and passenger comfort, serving as a notable choice for railways prioritizing efficiency and modernity, as seen in its service with Russian Railways (RZD ES250).
RAO VSM ES250 Sokol technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | RAO VSM | |
| Top speed | 250 km/h155 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| Formation | 6 cars | |
| Car length | 26 m85 ft 4 in | |
| Width | 3.12 m10 ft 3 in |
Operators of the RAO VSM ES250 Sokol
Railway companies that have operated the ES250 Sokol, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Railways | RZD ES250 | Russia |
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