Vagonmash 81-540.2

Built by Vagonmash

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Overview of the Vagonmash 81-540.2

Discover the 81-540.2 electric multiple unit, a cornerstone of the Saint Petersburg Metro fleet in Russia.

Manufactured by Vagonmash, these reliable trains are built for the demands of urban subway operations. They feature a top speed of 90 km/h, a 1520 mm gauge, and are powered by 750 V DC via a third rail, making them perfectly suited for city transit.

Each car in this series measures 19.21 meters long and 2.71 meters wide, with a vehicle height of 3.65 meters, ensuring efficient capacity and compatibility with metro infrastructure.

Vagonmash 81-540.2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	81-540
Built by	Vagonmash
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Electric systems	750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
Car length	19.21 m63 ft 0 in	63 ft 0 in
Width	2.71 m8 ft 11 in	8 ft 11 in
Height	3.65 m12 ft 0 in	12 ft 0 in