VAG Class DT2

VAG Class DT2
A DT2 train at Plärrer station in August 2016
ManufacturerMAN
Constructed1993–1994
Number built24 vehicles (12 sets)
Number in service24 vehicles (12 sets)
Formation2 cars per trainset
Fleet numbers529/530–551/552
Capacity290 (82 seated)
OperatorsVAG
Specifications
Car body constructionAluminium
Train length37,500 mm (123 ft 0 in)
Width2,900 mm (9 ft 6 in)
Doors3 pairs per side
Maximum speed80 km/h (50 mph)
Weight55 t
Traction systemThree-phase
Power output876 kW
Electric system(s)750 V DC, 3rd rail
Current collector(s)contact shoe
pantograph (maintenance only)
Braking system(s)Resistor brake, pneumatic brake, spring accumulator brake
Track gauge1,435 mm (4 ft 8+12 in)

The VAG Class DT2 is an electric multiple unit (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.[1][2]

  1. ^ Pabst, Martin (2006). S-Bahn- und U-Bahn-Fahrzeuge in Deutschland [S-Bahn and U-Bahn vehicles in Germany] (in German) (2nd ed.). GeraMond. pp. 74, 82, 83. ISBN 3-7654-7366-9.
  2. ^ Pischek, Wolfgang; Junghardt, Holger (2012). Die Münchner U-Bahn - Geschichte · Streckennetz · Fahrzeuge [The Munich U-Bahn - History · Network · Rolling stock] (in German) (3rd ed.). GeraMond. pp. 54, 58. ISBN 978-3-86245-148-7.