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Diesel multiple unit

Siemens BR 642

Built by Siemens

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Power output
630 kW
845 hp
Weight
70 t
154,323 lb
Length
41.7 m
136 ft 10 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2001–2009
234 units

Overview of the Siemens BR 642

Explore the versatile BR 642, a modern DMU designed by Siemens as part of the Desiro Classic family.

Built between 2001 and 2009, this 2-car train operates on a 1435 mm gauge and boasts a top speed of 120 km/h.

With a capacity of 117 seats and a total length of 41.7 meters, the BR 642 is a reliable choice for various operators.

It has served with prominent German railway companies including Deutsche Bahn AG, Arriva Länderbahn Express (ALEX 642), Trilex, and Städtebahn Sachsen (STS 642).

This efficient multiple unit delivers a power output of 630 kW, making it suitable for regional passenger transport.

Siemens BR 642 technical specifications

Value
SeriesDesiro Classic
FamilyDesiro
Built bySiemens · 2001–2009234 units
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Power output630 kW845 hp
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementB'2'B'
Formation2 cars
Capacity117 seats
Train length41.7 m136 ft 10 in
Width2.83 m9 ft 3 in
Weight70 t154,323 lb
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Operators of the Siemens BR 642

Railway companies that have operated the BR 642, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Arriva Länderbahn ExpressALEX 642Germany
Deutsche Bahn AGDB 642Germany
Städtebahn SachsenSTS 642Germany
TrilexTrilex 642Germany

Siemens BR 642 photos

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