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Desiro train in Graz, Austria

Desiro is a special type of train made by a German company called Siemens. These trains are designed to be modular, which means they can be built in different ways using similar parts.

Desiro trains can run on either diesel fuel or electricity. They usually come in two or three connected cars. Even though each Desiro train might look a bit different, they all share the same basic design. These trains are often used for shorter trips between towns and cities. They are known for being light and easy to build. Desiro trains are popular in many European countries. They are also quite affordable to build and run. Their ability to speed up quickly makes them great for routes with many stops. Some people used to find them a bit uncomfortable, but they have been improved over time.

Desiro Trains Around the World

Desiro trains are used in many countries. Here's a look at where you might find them.

Austria

In Austria, the national railway company, ÖBB, uses about 60 diesel-powered Desiro trains. They call these trains ÖBB 5022. These trains are similar to those used in Germany but have extra safety features.

Bulgaria

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A Bulgarian State Railways-operated Desiro train on the Sofia-Lakatnik line near Thompson.

In Bulgaria, the Bulgarian State Railways started using Desiro trains in 2005 and 2006. They bought 25 diesel trains and later another 25 electric trains from Siemens. Many of these trains run on the Sofia-Kyustendil line. The electric trains help with traffic around Sofia and Plovdiv.

Denmark

In Denmark, the DSB railway company has rented Desiro trains since 2002. They are mostly used for routes between Odense and Svendborg, and between Odense and Fredericia. Another company, Nordjyske Jernbaner, has used Desiro trains since 2004 and owns eight of them.

Germany

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Two Class 642s in Germany

Germany's main railway company, Deutsche Bahn, began using two-car Desiro diesel trains for local services in 2000. These trains, called Class 642, can go up to 120 km/h. They are often seen on smaller lines and regional routes. Many private German rail companies also use Desiro trains.

The Class 642 trains have two diesel engines and usually have about 100 seats. Up to three of these train sets can be linked together. Passengers generally like Desiro trains because they can speed up quickly. This has helped make journey times shorter, leading to more people using the trains.

Hungary

In Hungary, 31 diesel Desiro trains are used by MÁV, the national railway company. Some of these trains came from Greece. They are mainly used for suburban trips around Budapest. On weekends, they can also be found on longer inter-city routes.

Malaysia

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KLIA Ekspres-operated Desiro ET 425 M Electric Multiple Unit train

In Malaysia, the KLIA Ekspres and KLIA Transit airport rail links use Desiro electric trains. There are 12 of these four-car trains. Eight trains are used for the non-stop Express service to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The other four trains stop at five stations on the Commuter Rail Service. These trains can reach a top speed of 160 km/h.

Romania

Căile Ferate Române (CFR), Romania's national railway company, uses many Siemens Desiro trains. CFR has bought many Desiro trains as part of its modernization efforts. They use them for different types of services, from local to express routes. People initially thought Desiros were not comfortable for long trips. However, CFR has updated them, and now uses Desiros mostly for medium and short-distance journeys.

Russia

In December 2009, Russian Railways ordered 38 Desiro trains. These trains were delivered in 2013 and used for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. There was also a plan to order more trains that would be mostly built in Russia.

Slovenia

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SŽ series 312 at the Ljubljana station

Slovenian Railways uses electric Desiro trains, known as DESIRO EMG 312 SR 31E. These trains are used for short commuter trips. They connect Ljubljana with other cities like Maribor and Koper.

Switzerland

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An SBB-CFF-FFS-worked Desiro train in Zürich's Rapid Transport System

In Switzerland, the SBB-CFF-FFS railway company uses special double-decker electric Desiro trains. They are called SBB RABe 514. These trains are used for commuter services in Zürich. Since 2006, 61 of these four-car trains have been in use.

Thailand

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Desiro in Suvarnabhumi Airport Link's city line, Bangkok, Thailand.

Nine Desiro electric trains are used for the Suvarnabhumi Airport Link in Bangkok, Thailand. These trains are similar to those used for the Heathrow Connect in the UK. They connect the city to the airport.


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