Multiple unit

For Others, see Multiple unit (disambiguation).

A multiple-unit train or multiple unit (MU) is a self-propelled train. It has one or more carriages joined, which when joined to another multiple unit can be controlled by a single driver,^[1] with multiple-unit train control.

A Deutsche Bahn ICE 3 EMU capable of up to 320 km/h (199 mph) in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

The Transwa Prospector DEMU is capable of speeds up to 200 km/h (124 mph), and provides a passenger service between Perth and the mining town of Kalgoorlie in Australia.

Related pages

• Diesel multiple unit
• Electric multiple unit
• Power car
• Rail terminology
• Twin unit