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The X73900 is a
diesel multiple unit (DMU)
train type operated by the
SNCF in
France. They were built from 2001 to 2004 by
Alsthom DDF. They are a version of the
SNCF Class X 73500 equipped with train control systems for transborder services to Germany.
General Information
The trains are single railcars. The units were ordered joint with
Deutsche Bahn, with their
Class 641 units.
The trains have modern features which were new to
TER trains, such as:
-
PIS inside and out of the train
- Low floor section with wide doors, for those with poor mobility
- Air conditioning
- Stronger cab area for reduced crash damage
The trains can work in multiple of up to 3 sets.
They are numbered X 73901 - X73919.
Liveries
- TER Livery - Metallic Grey with Blue ends and TER logos. Most X 73500 carry this.
- DB Red - X73913 - X73915 wear a Red
Deutsche Bahn livery with DB logos.
Use of X 73900
The units are used on services that operate into
Germany from
France.
They operate the following services:
- Saarbrücken - Strasbourg - Offenburg
- Metz - Saarbrücken
- Mulhouse - Müllheim - Freiburg im Breisgau
Gallery
Depots
The class is allocated to Strasbourg depot.
See also
References
External links
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