© trainspo.comSorefame ML 99
Built by Siemens, Sorefame
Overview of the Sorefame ML 99
Experience the ML 99, a modern electric multiple unit designed for the Metropolitano de Lisboa in Portugal.
Constructed by Siemens and Sorefame between 2000 and 2002, this 3-car formation (2M) offers a capacity of 120 seats, making it an efficient choice for urban transport.
With a width of 2.79 m and a height of 3.52 m, the ML 99 reaches a top speed of 72 km/h, ensuring smooth and timely metro services.
Powered by a 750 V DC electric system, this locomotive boasts a power output of 750 kW and weighs 77 tons, embodying robustness and reliability for Lisbon's network.
Featuring a UIC axle classification of Bo'Bo'+2'2'+Bo'Bo', the ML 99, with its 1435 mm gauge, stands as a prime example of advanced engineering in public transportation.
Sorefame ML 99 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Siemens, Sorefame · 2000–200237 units | |
| Top speed | 72 km/h45 mph | |
| Power output | 750 kW1,006 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2'+Bo'Bo | |
| Formation | 3 cars (2M) | |
| Capacity | 120 seats | |
| Width | 2.79 m9 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 3.52 m11 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 77 t169,756 lb |
Operators of the Sorefame ML 99
Railway companies that have operated the ML 99, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Metropolitano de Lisboa | ML 99 | Portugal |
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