NSB BM69

'NSB BM69' is an electric multiple unit used by Norges Statsbaner for a variety of commuter trains on the Norwegian railway system, as well as a few medium distance and branch line trains. It is the most common type of trainset in Norway, although the newer NSB BM72 has also been introduced. All the trains were built by Strømmen.
The BM69 comes in six series:

★ The 'BM69A' was the original BM69, built between 1970 to 1971. They consist of two carriages. 15 of these trainsets were built and 12 remain in service.

★ The 'BM69B' is the second series, built in 1974. Most of the 17 BM69B sets built consist of two carriages, but two of them had a middle carriage added. Some of the B-series trains were rebuilt with a large cargo hold, making them suitable for somewhat longer journeys such as Bergen-Myrdal where skis and bicycles are often brought along. The B-series has only one door on each side of the carriage, rather than two. This allows for extra seating, although it slows the embarkment and disembarkment.

★ The 'BM69C' series was built in 1975. They consist of three carriages. The 14 trainsets operate commuter trains like the BM69D series.

★ The 'BM69D' series were built between 1983 and 1990. They are distinguishable from the BM69C series by the redesigned ends of the train. 39 of these trains were built and 35 remain in service as of 2005.

★ The 'BM69E' series are redesigned BM69D trains for use on somewhat longer stretches, for instance, the usual five abreast seating is replaced with four abreast seating. They have been used on Gjøvikbanen and Jærbanen, but now operate on the line between Bergen and Voss.

★ The 'BM69G' series are another version of redesigned BM69D trainsets. They are equipped with several amenities such as food and drink vending machines and more comfortable seating including a first class section. The nine G-series trains were rebuilt in Denmark and operate on Gjøvikbanen.

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Specifications

Transets with names

External links

Specifications

★ Axle configuration

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★ Bo'Bo'+2'2' (2 cars)

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★ Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2' (3 cars)

Transets with names

Some of the BM69 trainsets were given names. Note that this list is for the moment not to be regarded as complete, and is based on sightings.

Number	Name
69025	Freke
69030	Tjalve
69031	Idun
69032	Røskva
69033	Hugin
69034	Munin
69035	Eivind
69050	Knoll
69051	Tott

External links

★ Jernbane.net entry on the BM69

★ NSB fleet details

★ BM69 images

★ NSB press release on the BM69G series (Article in Norwegian)