© trainspo.comRVR ER9P
Built by RVR
Overview of the RVR ER9P
Explore the ER9P, an iconic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that has played a vital role in the railway networks of Russia and Ukraine. Built by RVR between 1964 and 1973, this robust train is a testament to mid-20th-century railway engineering.
Capable of reaching a top speed of 130 km/h, the ER9P operates on a 1520 mm gauge and is powered by 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems. It has served with distinction for both Russian Railways (RZD ER9P) and Ukrainian Railways (UZ ER9P), becoming a familiar sight and a dependable workhorse.
RVR ER9P technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | ER9 | |
| Built by | RVR · 1964–1973 | |
| Top speed | 130 km/h81 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in |
Operators of the RVR ER9P
Railway companies that have operated the ER9P, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Railways | RZD ER9P | Russia |
| Ukrainian Railways | UZ ER9P | Ukraine |
RVR ER9P photos
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