Siemens DSB SA

Built by GEC Alsthom, Siemens

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

1,720 kW

2,307 hp

Weight

124 t

273,373 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1996–2007

105 units

Overview of the Siemens DSB SA

Discover the DSB SA, an electric multiple unit (EMU) renowned for its service with the Danish State Railways.

Built by GEC Alsthom and Siemens between 1996 and 2007, this robust train boasts a length of 83.78 meters and a width of 3.6 meters, with a substantial weight of 124 tons.

Capable of reaching a top speed of 120 km/h, the DSB SA is configured as an 8-car set, comprising 6 motor cars and 2 trailer cars.

It offers a seating capacity for 336 passengers and operates on a standard gauge of 1435 mm.

The electric systems of the DSB SA utilize 1.65 kV DC, with a total power output of 1720 kW, making it an efficient and powerful choice for Danish rail transport.

Siemens DSB SA technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DSB SA/SE
Built by	GEC Alsthom, Siemens · 1996–2007105 units
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	1,720 kW2,307 hp	2,307 hp
Electric systems	1,65 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	8 cars (6M2T)
Capacity	336 seats
Car length	83.78 m274 ft 10 in	274 ft 10 in
Width	3.6 m11 ft 10 in	11 ft 10 in
Weight	124 t273,373 lb	273,373 lb