Skip to content
Locomotive-Specs
Siemens Velaro RUS (DC) – photo 1© trainspo.com
Electric multiple unit

Siemens Velaro RUS (DC)

Built by Siemens

Top speed
250 km/h
155 mph
Power output
8,000 kW
10,728 hp
Weight
667 t
1,470,482 lb
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
2009
12 units

Overview of the Siemens Velaro RUS (DC)

Discover the Velaro RUS (DC) high-speed electric multiple unit, a powerful and modern locomotive designed for the Russian rail network.

This impressive Siemens-built train, operating under Russian Railways, boasts a sleek design and advanced technology.

With a top speed of 250 km/h and a capacity for 604 passengers, it offers efficient and comfortable travel.

The 10-car formation, featuring 4 motor and 6 trailer cars, is built for the 1520 mm gauge, ensuring compatibility with Russian tracks.

Experience the future of rail transport with the Velaro RUS (DC), a true marvel of engineering for the vast landscapes of Russia.

Siemens Velaro RUS (DC) technical specifications

Value
SeriesVelaro
FamilyICE
Built bySiemens · 200912 units
Top speed250 km/h155 mph
Power output8,000 kW10,728 hp
Tractive effort380 kN85,427 lbf
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in
Formation10 cars (4M6T)
Capacity604 seats
Car length250 m820 ft 3 in
Width3.27 m10 ft 9 in
Weight667 t1,470,482 lb
Source of the data: en.wikipedia.orgView this model on trainspo.com Spotted an error? Let us know

Operators of the Siemens Velaro RUS (DC)

Railway companies that have operated the Velaro RUS (DC), with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Russian RailwaysRZD EVS1Russia

Siemens Velaro RUS (DC) photos

Photos © their respective authors, shared on trainspo.com. They may show liveries or variants that differ from the specifications above.

More electric multiple units from Siemens

All Siemens models

Similar electric multiple units from other manufacturers

All electric multiple units
All Siemens models All electric multiple units