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Electric multiple unit

RAO VSM ES250 Sokol

Built by RAO VSM

Top speed
250 km/h
155 mph
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge

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
Built byRAO VSM
Top speed250 km/h155 mph
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in
Formation6 cars
Car length26 m85 ft 4 in
Width3.12 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.

OperatorClassCountry
Russian RailwaysRZD ES250Russia

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