DBAG Class 424

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DBAG Class 424/434
DBAG Class 424/434
Power type Electric
Builder Adtranz/Bombardier, Siemens
Build date 1998-
Total production 40
UIC classification Bo'(Bo')(2')(Bo')Bo'
Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8½ in)
Wheel diameter 850 mm
Length 67.5 m
Locomotive weight 114 t
Electric system(s) 15 kV 16.7 Hz AC
Top speed 140 km/h
Power output 2,350 kW
Locale Germany

The Class 424 is a class of electric multiple units in use on the Hanover S-Bahn network. They are similar to Deutsche Bahn's Class 425 and Class 423 train sets, but feature a comparatively low floor height of 78 cm to allow step-free access on 76 cm platforms.

In total, 40 units were built. Some of the units carry names of towns and cities on the Hanover S-Bahn network:

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