Electrical powertrain refers to electrical systems that set a vehicle in motion, including batteries, pantographs and traction motors. Electrical powertrain damage may occur from collisions, but mostly due to overloading the electrical systems with excessive current. In case of improper operation and negligence of the ammeter and speed gauges, the vehicle may be rendered immobile and catch fire.
A {{pll|Rail Vehicle Types|vehicle's}} electrical {{pll|Powertrains Overview|powertrain}} subsystem consists of electrical components, such as {{pll|Electric Powersource|batteries}}, {{pll|Electric Powersource|pantographs}} and {{pll|Traction Motors|traction motors}}.
