RA2 Multiple Unit
| RA2 multiple unit | |
|---|---|
RA2 Multiple Unit | |
| In service | 2006– |
| Manufacturer | Metrovagonmash, Russia |
| Constructed | 2005–2015 |
| Entered service | from 2006 |
| Number built | at least 115 |
| Fleet numbers | known: 001-095, 101-120 |
| Capacity |
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| Operators | Russian Railways, Ulaanbaatar Railbus, Lithuanian Railways, Ukrainian Railways |
| Depots | over 50 depots |
| Specifications | |
| Width | 3.140 m (10 ft 3+5⁄8 in) |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h (62 mph) |
| Weight |
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| Prime mover(s) | MTU |
| Engine type | Diesel |
| Power output | 2 × 350 kW (470 hp) |
| Tractive effort | 250 kN (56,200 lbf) |
| Transmission | Hydraulic by Voith |
| Auxiliaries | 50 V |
| Braking system(s) | Air |
| Coupling system | SA3 |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mm (4 ft 11+27⁄32 in) Russian gauge |
The RA-2 Multiple Unit (Russian: РА2) is a Russian diesel multiple unit (railbus), type 2. The RA-2 is produced by Metrovagonmash and is designed for passenger transportation on non-electrified railway lines with high traffic, as well as suburban and inter-regional communication. They can be operated as a part of only two head end cars, and with one or two trailing cars. The head / end cars have one exit from the cab for high platforms, and one in the centre of the car high and low platforms.