© trainspo.comURAC Ep/V3A
Built by Electroputere, URAC
Overview of the URAC Ep/V3A
Discover the Ep/V3A tram, a unique piece of rolling stock with a rich history in Romania.
Built in 1976 by Electroputere and URAC, this tram was a familiar sight in Bucharest, operated by Regia Autonomă de Transport Bucureşti (RATB).
The Ep/V3A features a B'B' UIC axle arrangement and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, making it a classic design for urban transport.
With a seating capacity of 22 passengers and a length of 14.8 meters, it offered efficient service for commuters.
Its dimensions, including a width of 2.29 m and a height of 3.12 m, are typical for its era, while its weight stands at 18 tons.
Explore more about this intriguing tram and its contributions to public transportation in Romania.
URAC Ep/V3A technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Electroputere, URAC · 1976 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Capacity | 22 seats | |
| Length | 14.8 m48 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.29 m7 ft 6 in | |
| Height | 3.12 m10 ft 3 in | |
| Weight | 18 t39,683 lb |
Operators of the URAC Ep/V3A
Railway companies that have operated the Ep/V3A, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Regia Autonomă de Transport Bucureşti | RATB Ep/V3A | Romania |
