© trainspo.comWU A3E
Built by ABB, AEG, O&K, Siemens, WU
Overview of the WU A3E
Explore the BVG A3E, an efficient electric metropolitan unit (EMU) vital to urban transport.
This reliable train, categorized as BVG A3E, was brought to life by a collaboration of leading manufacturers including ABB, AEG, O&K, Siemens, and WU.
Operating with the Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe (BVG) in Germany, the A3E is a cornerstone of their public transportation network.
Featuring a standard gauge of 1435 mm and powered by a 750 V DC third-rail system, it delivers 712 kW of power for effective urban transit.
With a top speed of 62 km/h, this locomotive is perfectly suited for the demands of city travel, ensuring smooth and timely journeys.
WU A3E technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BVG A3 | |
| Built by | ABB, AEG, O&K, Siemens, WU | |
| Top speed | 62 km/h39 mph | |
| Power output | 712 kW955 hp | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Width | 2.3 m7 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 3.18 m10 ft 5 in |
Operators of the WU A3E
Railway companies that have operated the A3E, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe | BVG A3E | Germany |
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