The B 81500 (often called BGC) is a class of

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s built by Bombardier for

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and used on the

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network in

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. They are primarily used on suburban and regional services. It has been in operation since 2005 on the

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, TER Midi-Pyrénées, TER PACA,

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lines. The Class B 81500 trains are composed of four or five cars, and have a capacity of around 300 passengers. They feature air-conditioning, comfortable seating, and are equipped with power outlets and onboard passenger information systems. They are designed to be accessible to passengers with reduced mobility, with features such as wheelchair ramps and audio announcements. The trains are capable of operating on

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power as well as a 1.5 kV DC

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, and have a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph). They have a modern and aerodynamic design, which helps to reduce energy consumption and improve their performance. The class B 81500 trains are known for their reliability, comfort and energy efficiency. They are widely used in the french railway network and have been a key element in the modernization of the suburban and regional services in France.

Gallery

File:La Vesse-a.jpg, A SNCF Class B 81500 at La Vesse on the

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. File:La Vesse-b.jpg, A SNCF Class B 81500 at La Vesse on the

. File:La Redonne.jpg, A SNCF Class B 81500 at La Redonne on the

. File:La Redonne-Ensues gare-b.jpg, A SNCF Class B 81500 at La Redonne on the

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