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Rathgeber VT 08.5 / VT 12.6 / 608.5 / 613 – photo 1© trainspo.com
Diesel multiple unit

Rathgeber VT 08.5 / VT 12.6 / 608.5 / 613

Built by MAN, Rathgeber

Top speed
140 km/h
87 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1952–1954

Overview of the Rathgeber VT 08.5 / VT 12.6 / 608.5 / 613

Discover the VT 08.5 / VT 12.6 / 608.5 / 613, an iconic German DMU.

Built by MAN and Rathgeber between 1952 and 1954, this fascinating train offers a unique travel experience.

With a top speed of 140 km/h and a gauge of 1435 mm, the VT 08.5 was a pillar of the Deutsche Bahn AG fleet, classified as DB VT 08.5.

A true piece of railway history, inspired by the images and information available on de.wikipedia.org.

Rathgeber VT 08.5 / VT 12.6 / 608.5 / 613 technical specifications

Value
Built byMAN, Rathgeber · 1952–1954
Top speed140 km/h87 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
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Operators of the Rathgeber VT 08.5 / VT 12.6 / 608.5 / 613

Railway companies that have operated the VT 08.5 / VT 12.6 / 608.5 / 613, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Deutsche Bahn AGDB VT 08.5Germany

Rathgeber VT 08.5 / VT 12.6 / 608.5 / 613 photos

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