© trainspo.comSiemens Typ B / B-Wagen
Built by Adtranz, BBC, Uerdingen, Kiepe, Siemens, WU
Overview of the Siemens Typ B / B-Wagen
Discover the versatile Typ B / B-Wagen, a classic German tram designed for urban transport.
This model, built by renowned manufacturers like Adtranz and Siemens between 1973 and 1999, offers a capacity of 72 seats and a top speed of 100 km/h.
Operating on a standard 1435 mm gauge, the Typ B / B-Wagen has served various German transport authorities, including Duisburger Verkehrsgesellschaft and Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe.
Its 28-meter length and B'2'B' axle configuration make it a reliable and efficient choice for city routes.
Explore the history and specifications of this enduring tram design.
Siemens Typ B / B-Wagen technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Adtranz, BBC, Uerdingen, Kiepe, Siemens, WU · 1973–1999 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'2'B' | |
| Capacity | 72 seats | |
| Train length | 28 m91 ft 10 in |
Operators of the Siemens Typ B / B-Wagen
Railway companies that have operated the Typ B / B-Wagen, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Duisburger Verkehrsgesellschaft | DVG B80C | Germany |
| Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe | KVBAG Typ B | Germany |
| Rheinbahn Düsseldorf | Rheinbahn B80D | Germany |
| Stadtwerke Bonn | SWB B | Germany |
Siemens Typ B / B-Wagen photos
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