The VAG Class DT2 is an
electric multiple unit
An electric multiple unit or EMU is a multiple-unit train consisting of self-propelled carriages using electricity as the motive power. An EMU requires no separate locomotive, as electric traction motors are incorporated within one or a numbe ...
(EMU) train type operated by the
Verkehrs-Aktiengesellschaft Nürnberg on the
Nuremberg U-Bahn system. It is a derivative of the
MVG Class B, in service on the
Munich U-Bahn since 1981.
Formation
Every DT2 train consists of two permanently-coupled cars, forming a
twin-unit.
Interior
Seating accommodation consists of transverse seating bays with ergonomically shaped seats. The interior features less seating spaces than the interior of the
VAG Class DT1, in order to provide more space for luggage and standing passengers.
Technical specifications
The design is derived from the
MVG Class B. The car bodies are made out of
aluminium, and the trains are powered by
three-phase
Three-phase electric power (abbreviated 3φ) is a common type of alternating current used in electricity generation, Electric power transmission, transmission, and Electric power distribution, distribution. It is a type of polyphase system empl ...
motors.
Unlike its predecessor DT1 and the related Class B, the three-phase motors of the DT2 are arranged transverse to the direction of travel.
Besides the power supply by
contact shoes, every unit is also equipped with a
pantograph, as parts of the maintenance facilities are electrified with overhead lines.
History
As a further order of DT1 trains was deemed unpractical due to the age of the technical design, a newly developed train type was ordered.
Twelve sets were built by
MAN between 1993 and 1994.
The order of 21
VAG Class G1 trains from
Siemens
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The principal divisions of the corporation are ''Industry'', '' ...
also includes an option for six additional sets, which would replace the DT2 trains.
References
External links
VAG fleet information
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Electric multiple units of Germany
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