© trainspo.comWegmann VT 11.5 / Br 601
Built by LHB, MAN, Wegmann
Overview of the Wegmann VT 11.5 / Br 601
Experience the iconic VT 11.5, also known as the Br 601, a powerful German diesel multiple unit that epitomizes efficiency and first-class travel.
Built in 1957 by LHB, MAN, and Wegmann, this locomotive boasts an impressive length of 130.72 meters and a top speed of 160 km/h. Measuring 3.01 meters wide and weighing 214 tons, the VT 11.5 is a true giant on the rails.
This 1435 mm standard gauge DMU, operated by Deutsche Bahn AG, represents a pinnacle of German railway engineering, delivering a comfortable and swift journey for passengers.
Wegmann VT 11.5 / Br 601 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | VT 11.5 | |
| Built by | LHB, MAN, Wegmann · 1957 | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Train length | 130.72 m428 ft 10 in | |
| Width | 3.01 m9 ft 11 in | |
| Weight | 214 t471,789 lb |
Operators of the Wegmann VT 11.5 / Br 601
Railway companies that have operated the VT 11.5 / Br 601, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 601 | Germany |
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