RVR ER2

Built by RVR, TVZ

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Power output

4,000 kW

5,364 hp

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1962–1984

850 units

Overview of the RVR ER2

Discover the ER2 electric multiple unit (EMU), a robust and reliable workhorse of passenger rail transportation.

Built by RVR and TVZ from 1962 to 1984, this series has served numerous countries including Russia, Ukraine, Latvia, Estonia, Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan.

The ER2 boasts a top speed of 130 km/h and can accommodate up to 1050 passengers, making it ideal for commuter and regional services.

With its 1520 mm gauge and 4000 kW power output, it's well-suited for the vast networks it operates on, running on a 3 kV DC electric system.

Experience the enduring legacy of the ER2, a staple in eastern European rail travel for decades.

RVR ER2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	ER2
Built by	RVR, TVZ · 1962–1984850 units
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Power output	4,000 kW5,364 hp	5,364 hp
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
Capacity	1050 seats
Width	3.48 m11 ft 5 in	11 ft 5 in
Height	5.09 m16 ft 8 in	16 ft 8 in

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Operators of the RVR ER2

Railway companies that have operated the ER2, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
South Caucasus Railways (Armenian Railways)	SCR ER2	Armenia
Azerbaijan Railways	ADDY ER2	Azerbaijan
Elektriraudtee	ER ER2	Estonia
Georgian Railway	SR ER2	Georgia
Latvian Railways	LDZ ER2	Latvia
Passenger Train	PV ER2	Latvia
Russian Railways	RZD ER2	Russia
Ukrainian Railways	UZ ER2	Ukraine