Prototype Rhein-Ruhr-Express EMU unveiled

Siemens Desiro HC EMU for Rhein-Ruhr-Express services.

GERMANY: The prototype for the fleet of 82 Desiro HC electric multiple-units which Siemens is to supply for Rhein-Ruhr-Express services was unveiled at the Wildenrath test centre on July 12. Seven pre-series EMUs are to undergo extensive testing ahead of entry into passenger service at the end of 2018.

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