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electric multiple unit

Self-propelled carriages, using electricity as the motive power as opposed to a DMU which runs on diesel power

EntityQ483373

Also known as EMU

Subclass of: multiple unit
, electric vehicle
, railway traction vehicle

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An electric multiple unit (EMU) is a multiple-unit train consisting of self-propelled carriages using electricity as the motive power. An EMU requires no separate locomotive, as electric traction motors are incorporated within one or a number of the carriages. An EMU is usually formed of two or more semi-permanently coupled carriages. However, electrically powered single-unit railcars are also generally classed as EMUs. The vast majority of EMUs are passenger trains, but versions also exist for carrying mail.

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Source of energy: electricity

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