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Diesel multiple unit

SSW SVT 137

Built by WUMAG, AEG, Linke-Hoffmann, SSW

Top speed
205 km/h
127 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
2'Bo'+Bo'2'

Overview of the SSW SVT 137

Explore the SVT 137, a legendary German diesel railcar that redefined high-speed travel.

This iconic DMU, classified as 2'Bo'+Bo'2', boasts an impressive top speed of 205 km/h, making it a pioneer in rapid rail transport.

Built by esteemed manufacturers like WUMAG, AEG, Linke-Hoffmann, and SSW, its construction exemplifies exceptional engineering prowess.

The SVT 137 served with distinction under various operators, including the German Imperial Railway (DRG SVT 137) and the Diesel-Schnellverkehrs-Triebwagen e.V. (DST SVT 137), showcasing its versatility and reliability.

Operating on a standard gauge of 1435 mm, this remarkable locomotive was a familiar sight on major German railway lines.

Discover the speed, comfort, and historical significance of the SVT 137, a true gem of German railway heritage.

SSW SVT 137 technical specifications

Value
Built byWUMAG, AEG, Linke-Hoffmann, SSW
Top speed205 km/h127 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement2'Bo'+Bo'2'

Operators of the SSW SVT 137

Railway companies that have operated the SVT 137, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Diesel-Schnellverkehrs-Triebwagen e.V.DST SVT 137Germany
German Imperial RailwayDRG SVT 137Germany

SSW SVT 137 photos

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