© trainspo.comRVR ER22
Built by RVR
Overview of the RVR ER22
Discover the ER22 electric multiple unit (EMU), a reliable workhorse of the railway network.
Built by RVR between 1964 and 1976, this robust locomotive is designed for the 1520 mm gauge and operates on 3 kV DC electric systems.
With a top speed of 130 km/h and a car length of 24.5 meters, the ER22 is well-suited for passenger services.
This versatile EMU has served in Kazakhstan with private owners and continues to be a part of Russian Railways' fleet.
RVR ER22 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | RVR · 1964–197666 units | |
| Top speed | 130 km/h81 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| Car length | 24.5 m80 ft 5 in | |
| Width | 3.48 m11 ft 5 in |
Operators of the RVR ER22
Railway companies that have operated the ER22, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Private owners group | @private-kz ER22 | Kazakhstan |
| Russian Railways | RZD ER22 | Russia |
RVR ER22 photos
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