Bombardier Talent 2

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Talent 2

Talent 2 in Germany
In service 2011-
Manufacturer Bombardier
Number built 367 Ordered or Delivered
Operator Deutsche Bahn
Abellio
National Express
Specifications
Train length 40–104 m (131 ft 3 in–341 ft 2 in)
Maximum speed 160 km/h (99 mph)
Traction system Electric
Power output 2,020–4,040 kW (2,710–5,420 hp)
Electric system(s) 15kV 1623Hz AC
Current collection method pantograph
Track gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 12 in)

The Talent 2 is an Electric multiple unit manufactured by Bombardier designed in 2008 and which entered service with Deutsche Bahn in 2011. It is the successor to the Talent

The units have acquired the nickname "Hamsterbacke" (Hamster Cheeks) -[1]

Notes and references

  1. "„Hamsterbacke“ schaute kurz in Neumarkt vorbei". Neumarkter Nachrichten. 2011-10-04. 
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