© trainspo.comSiemens GT8N
Built by Adtranz, Siemens
Overview of the Siemens GT8N
Discover the GT8N, a modern tram designed for efficient urban transport in Germany.
Built by Adtranz and Siemens in 1995, this tram measures 36.58 meters in length, 2.3 meters in width, and 3.31 meters in height, with a total weight of 40 tons.
Featuring a 600 V DC electrical system and a power output of 480 kW, the GT8N represents excellent railway engineering and operates on a 1435 mm gauge.
Currently in service with Bremer Straßenbahn and Verkehrs-Aktiengesellschaft Nürnberg, the GT8N plays a vital role in delivering high-quality public transportation.
Its functional design and dependable performance make the GT8N a crucial element in urban transportation networks.
Siemens GT8N technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Adtranz, Siemens · 199526 units | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Train length | 36.58 m120 ft 0 in | |
| Width | 2.3 m7 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 3.31 m10 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 40 t88,185 lb |
Operators of the Siemens GT8N
Railway companies that have operated the GT8N, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Bremer Straßenbahn | BSAG GT8N | Germany |
| Verkehrs-Aktiengesellschaft Nürnberg | VAG GT8N | Germany |
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