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Trainstr on Nostr: Now we have more data from the new Austrian ÖBB trains, and today I'll present the ...

Now we have more data from the new Austrian ÖBB trains, and today I'll present the details for the first one.
ÖBB Cityjet Akku (Battery) - Rh 4750 - is Stadler's FLIRT battery-powered train in the Cityjet version. Initially, 23 units have been ordered from a framework agreement for up to 120 such trains. Sixteen of these are earmarked for the Kamptal Railway (Krems - Sigmundsherberg, entering service from 2028) and the remaining seven for the Erlauftal Railway (Pöchlarn - Scheibbs, entering service from 2029).
The three-car battery-powered train can travel at 160 km/h under overhead lines and 140 km/h in battery mode. While travelling under overhead lines, the train can be simultaneously driven and charged. Alternatively, the battery can also be charged at charging stations.
The trains are wheelchair-accessible and equipped with power outlets, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, tables, and a modern passenger information system (features that the 5022 and 5047 series and the Cityshuttle trains largely lack).
Technical data and highlights:
• Manufacturer: Stadler Rail
• Series designation: 4750
• Platform: FLIRT Akku
• Maximum speed: 160 km/h (140 km/h in battery mode)
• Train length: 63.2 m
• Seating capacity: 160
• Wheelchair spaces: 2
• Bicycle parking spaces: 12
• Accessible toilet
• Multi-purpose areas for bicycles, strollers and wheelchairs
• Power outlets/USB-C ports