Ortenau-S-Bahn Photos
Diesel Unit VT512
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Ortenau-S-Bahn PhotosDiesel Unit VT512 |
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| The OSB, a subsidiary of the SWEG, operates new Regioshuttle DMUs on local trains around Offenburg in
Baden-Württemberg. There are 18 units in the OSB fleet numbered from VT509 and they were built by ADtranz in 1998. They ride on 2 4-wheel trucks with all axles powered by 2 diesel engines rated at a combined 514 kW, 689 hp. Transmission is mechanical and the top speed is 120 km/h, 74 mph. They are 2nd class only with seating for 68 passengers. VT512 was built by ADtranz (serial number 36618) in 1988. OSB unit VT512 (number not visible, identified from the unit being named "Stadt Oppenau) at Offenburg on Friday April 23rd, 2004. |
Michael Taylor
