Nimble as a fox: the ÖBB bi-level push-pull train (DOSTO) is deployed for rapid regional transport in metropolitan areas, for example for commuters travelling to and from Vienna. It can reach a maximum speed of 140 km/h.
Facilities and operation
Facilities
Each ÖBB bi-level push-pull train is equipped with a multi-purpose compartment for the transportation of wheelchairs, pushchairs and bicycles.
Operation
The ÖBB bi-level push-pull train is mainly in operation in the eastern region around Vienna, as well as in Vorarlberg and Carinthia.
A train set includes 1 control car and 4 intermediate cars. The push-pull train can be either pulled or pushed by an ÖBB locomotive. The bi-level cars are also used without a control car with a locomotive.
Facts on the bi-level push-pull train
- Maximum speed: 140 km/h
- Number of seats: 200 (including 86 in the control car and 114 in the intermediate cars)
- Comfort categories: 2nd class
- On-board restaurant: No
- Bicycle spaces: 6
- Barrier-free: Yes
Accessibility information
- 3 wheelchair spaces, wheelchair accessible toilet
- Low-floor vehicle with vehicle-side boarding assistance
- Tactile elements
- Acoustic and optical information
- Severely handicapped spaces
- Space for assistance dog