EMU (Electric Multiple Unit)

URI: https://gptkb.org/entity/EMU_(Electric_Multiple_Unit)
GPTKB entity
Statements (36)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:train
gptkbp:abbreviation gptkb:steam_locomotive
gptkbp:advantage energy efficiency
flexibility in train length
rapid acceleration
gptkbp:canBe AC powered
DC powered
dual-voltage
gptkbp:category gptkb:steam_locomotive
electric trains
gptkbp:commonIn gptkb:Asia
gptkb:Australia
gptkb:Europe
gptkb:North_America
gptkbp:compatibleWith separate locomotive
gptkbp:consistsOf multiple self-propelled carriages
gptkbp:example gptkb:TGV
gptkb:British_Rail_Class_395
gptkb:Shinkansen
gptkb:Bombardier_Talent
gptkb:Siemens_Desiro
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label EMU (Electric Multiple Unit)
gptkbp:introducedIn late 19th century
gptkbp:operatedBy various national railways
gptkbp:provides electricity
gptkbp:relatedTo locomotive-hauled train
DMU (Diesel Multiple Unit)
gptkbp:tractionMotorsLocated under each carriage
gptkbp:usedFor passenger transport
gptkbp:usedIn urban railways
suburban railways
commuter railways
high-speed railways
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:81-7036/7037
gptkb:Harbour_Line
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5