RegioPanter BEMU — battery electric multiple unit with a range of up to 80 km
RegioPanter BEMU (Battery Electric Multiple Unit) is a battery electric multiple unit of the manufacturer's group for regional and suburban lines where part of the sections are not electrified. Under the overhead line it runs as an ordinary electric train and charges the batteries, then continues on battery power. According to the manufacturer, the range in battery mode is up to 80 km.
- Type
- electric multiple unit with traction batteries (BEMU)
- Range on batteries
- up to 80 km
- Supply
- overhead line + onboard traction batteries
- Base platform
- RegioPanter
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Description
The train is built on the series RegioPanter platform, so the main units are shared with the single-deck electric multiple units of the manufacturer. The platform consists of head and intermediate cars, each resting on two separate bogies, and motor bogies can be placed under both head and intermediate cars. Onboard traction batteries are added to the traction circuit, while supply from the overhead line remains the main one. On an electrified section the train takes current from the pantograph and charges the batteries at the same time. After leaving the overhead line it continues without a diesel engine.
This scheme links electrified main lines with branch and dead-end lines without changes of train. The passenger does not change trains at the junction station and saves time, while the operator does not keep a separate diesel fleet for short non-electrified sections. There is no need to build an overhead line on lightly used lines. In battery mode the train produces no local emissions and runs quietly, which is noticeable on suburban lines near residential areas. The limit of application is set by the range, so the length of the non-electrified section must fit within the capability of the batteries.
The traction equipment, converters and control system are made by the traction division. It also makes the cooling system for the traction batteries, and the company produces such systems for trams as well. In its own test center the traction division verifies the compatibility of the entire traction circuit, from the converter to the motor and gearbox. The first customer of the BEMU was České dráhy. The manufacturer does not yet publish battery capacities, powers and speeds of the train, so these parameters are specified for a particular line. For Ukraine this scheme suits suburban lines where only part of the route is electrified and the rest is served by diesel traction.
The group carries out testing and homologation of rolling stock on its own, in an accredited test laboratory. Welding of bodies and components is certified to EN 15085-2, and the management system complies with IRIS (ISO/TS 22163), ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001. The IRIS certificate covers the design, development, production and maintenance of traction and other rail vehicles. For operation, the Datarail online monitoring, predictive diagnostics and full service are offered.
Technical specifications
| Type | electric multiple unit with traction batteries (BEMU) |
|---|---|
| Range on batteries | up to 80 km |
| Supply | overhead line + onboard traction batteries |
| Base platform | RegioPanter |
| First customer | České dráhy |
Request a price and lead time
RegioPanter BEMU — battery electric multiple unit with a range of up to 80 km. We reply within one business day.
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Customs codes
| UKTZED (Ukraine) | 8603 10 00 00 |
|---|---|
| HS, 6 digits | 8603 10 |
| CN (EU) | 8603 10 00 |
| HTSUS (USA) | 8603 10 00 00 |
| China customs tariff | 8603 10 00 00 |
Codes are for reference: the final code is determined at declaration for the specific model.
Questions and answers
What range does the RegioPanter BEMU have without an overhead line?
According to the manufacturer, the train covers up to 80 km in battery mode. The batteries are charged while running on electrified sections.
What lines is the battery electric multiple unit intended for?
For regional and suburban lines where part of the sections are not electrified. The train links the main line with branch and dead-end lines without changes of train and without diesel traction.
Who makes the traction equipment for the BEMU?
The traction equipment, converters, control system and cooling of the traction batteries are made by the group's traction division. The first customer of the train was České dráhy.
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