© trainspo.comWegmann DR 276.0
Built by AEG, O&K, SSW, Wegmann
Overview of the Wegmann DR 276.0
Explore the DR 276.0, a historically significant Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that served with the Deutsche Reichsbahn.
Constructed in 1936 by AEG, O&K, SSW, and Wegmann, this unit showcases the engineering prowess of its era.
It boasts a top speed of 80 km/h and a seating capacity for 118 passengers, offering a reliable travel experience.
Key features include a 2-car formation (1M1T), a standard gauge of 1435 mm, and a 750 V DC electric system utilizing a third rail.
With a power output of 360 kW and weighing 68.7 tons, the DR 276.0 is a remarkable piece of German railway history.
A must-see for railway enthusiasts and collectors, this locomotive represents an important chapter in German transportation.
Wegmann DR 276.0 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | AEG, O&K, SSW, Wegmann · 193634 units | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Power output | 360 kW483 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2' | |
| Formation | 2 cars (1M1T) | |
| Capacity | 118 seats | |
| Car length | 35.56 m116 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 68.7 t151,457 lb | |
| Axle load | 9.5 t20,944 lb |
Operators of the Wegmann DR 276.0
Railway companies that have operated the DR 276.0, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Reichsbahn | DR 276.0 | Germany |
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