| Amrit Bharat | |
|---|---|
.png.webp) First Amrit Bharat Express train heading towards Mumbai | |
| In service | November 2023 (expected) |
| Manufacturer | ICF |
| Designer | RDSO |
| Assembly | Chennai |
| Built at | ICF |
| Constructed | 2022-present |
| Entered service | (TBC) |
| Number built | 1 |
| Number in service | 0 |
| Predecessor | Antyodaya Express, Jan Shatabdi Express and SuperFast Express trains |
| Formation | 2 locomotives and 22 coaches |
| Capacity | 1,834 |
| Owner(s) | Indian Railways |
| Operator(s) | Indian Railways |
| Line(s) served | 0 |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Spotwelded Stainless Steel |
| Car length | 23.54 m (77 ft 2+3⁄4 in) (body) 24 m (78 ft 8+7⁄8 in) (coupler-coupler) |
| Floor height | 1,320 mm (4 ft 4 in) |
| Platform height | 840 mm (2 ft 9+1⁄8 in) |
| Entry | Platform level |
| Doors | Manual Pivot Hinge Doors |
| Wheel diameter | 855–915 mm (33.66–36.02 in) |
| Wheelbase | 14.9 m (48 ft 10+5⁄8 in) bogie centers |
| Maximum speed | 130 km/h (81 mph) |
| Weight | 39.5 t (38.9 long tons; 43.5 short tons) (average) |
| Electric system(s) | 25 kV 50 Hz AC via Overhead line |
| Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in) |
The Amrit Bharat is an Indian push-pull train, designed and developed by Indian Railways at its Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. It aims to provide comparable amenities to the Vande Bharat trains at lower costs.[1]
Overview
Amrit Bharat trains have upgraded second-class 3-tier sleeper coaches and second-class unreserved coaches. This non-AC substitute for Vande Bharat trains is intended to serve passengers at a low cost. In contrast to other Indian trains, they have locomotives at both ends, enabling quicker acceleration and shorter turnaround times.[2] There are 22 Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches on the trains consisting of 12 sleeper class, 8 general and 2 luggage coaches. The train has charging stations, bio-vacuum restrooms, and passenger information systems. CCTV cameras are installed in the carriages to improve passenger safety.[3]
See also
References
- ↑ "Vande Sadharan: Indian Railways' 'affordable' alternative to Vande Bharat trains | All you need to know". cnbctv18.com. 19 July 2023. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ↑ "New Vande Sadharan arrives in city". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ↑ "Vande Sadharan train: All you need to know; How it is different from Vande Bharat train?". Business Today. 30 October 2023. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
