RVR ER2R

Built by RVR

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Power output

4,800 kW

6,437 hp

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1979–1987

89 units

Overview of the RVR ER2R

Explore the ER2R electric multiple unit, a cornerstone of Russian and Ukrainian railways.

This robust EMU, built by RVR from 1979 to 1987, boasts a substantial seating capacity of 1050 passengers.

Capable of reaching speeds up to 130 km/h and powered by a 3 kV DC electric system, the ER2R is renowned for its reliability and enduring performance on the 1520 mm gauge tracks.

With each car measuring 19.6 meters in length and a width of 3.52 meters, this series is a familiar sight across vast rail networks.

Discover the impressive engineering and historical significance of the ER2R locomotive.

RVR ER2R technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	ER2
Built by	RVR · 1979–198789 units
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Power output	4,800 kW6,437 hp	6,437 hp
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
Capacity	1050 seats
Car length	19.6 m64 ft 4 in	64 ft 4 in
Width	3.52 m11 ft 7 in	11 ft 7 in
Height	4.25 m13 ft 11 in	13 ft 11 in