TVZ ER2

Built by RVR, TVZ

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Power output

4,000 kW

5,364 hp

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1962–1984

850 units

Overview of the TVZ ER2

Discover the ER2, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) built between 1962 and 1984.

Known for its robust design and impressive capacity, the ER2 offers a top speed of 130 km/h and seating for 1050 passengers, making it a workhorse for regional transportation.

With a 1520 mm gauge, a width of 3.48 meters, and a height of 5.09 meters, this locomotive is designed for efficiency and reliability.

Powered by a 3 kV DC system with a substantial 4000 kW output, the ER2 has served numerous railway operators across Azerbaijan, Estonia, Latvia, Russia, Armenia, Georgia, and Ukraine, solidifying its place in railway history.

TVZ ER2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	ER2
Built by	RVR, TVZ · 1962–1984850 units
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Power output	4,000 kW5,364 hp	5,364 hp
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
Capacity	1050 seats
Width	3.48 m11 ft 5 in	11 ft 5 in
Height	5.09 m16 ft 8 in	16 ft 8 in

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Operators of the TVZ ER2

Railway companies that have operated the ER2, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
South Caucasus Railways (Armenian Railways)	SCR ER2	Armenia
Azerbaijan Railways	ADDY ER2	Azerbaijan
Elektriraudtee	ER ER2	Estonia
Georgian Railway	SR ER2	Georgia
Latvian Railways	LDZ ER2	Latvia
Passenger Train	PV ER2	Latvia
Russian Railways	RZD ER2	Russia
Ukrainian Railways	UZ ER2	Ukraine