RCF has developed the new double-decker coach that can carry more passengers in a single train journey in shortest possible time at 160 kms per hour.
Rail Coach Factory (RCF) Kapurthala has rolled out a semi high-speed double-decker coach that can run at a top speed of up to 160 kilometres per hour (kmph), according to the Indian Railways.
Indian Railways' coach manufacturing unit, the RCF has developed the new double-decker coach that can carry more passengers in a single train journey in shortest possible time.
Once these coaches get the necessary approval from the Research Design and Standards Organisation (RDSO), it will be operated in the busiest railway routes of the country.
The coach will be sent to RDSO, Lucknow for further oscillation trials before putting in commercial service.
Railway Minister Piyush Goyal tweeted, 'Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala is leading from the front in indigenous development & innovation. Take a glimpse of new generation Double Decker AC Chair Car Coach, capable of running at 160 kmph. RDSO will conduct safety trials before Railways inducts this coach into operations.'
Previously RCF also produced non-AC double decker coaches on conventional 'ICF' design pattern in 1990. It produced the first AC double decker coach in March 2010 which can operate at a speed of 130kmph. Later the RCF produced 'UDAY' double decker coaches with more features.
1. Double-decker coach has capacity of 120 seats
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The new double-decker coach is equipped with the most modern amenities and design, and has a capacity of 120 seats. The upper deck can seat 50 passengers and the lower deck 48, it said. The middle deck on the rear ends has 16 seats on one side and six on the other, the Railways added.
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2. Passenger-centric features like luggage rack and charging sockets
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The coach has optimised aisle width for a comfortable journey, plush interiors, overhead luggage rack, mobile and laptop charging sockets, GPS-based passenger information system and LED destination board among other passenger-centric features.
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3. Automatic sliding doors and mini pantry
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The entry to the passenger area is through automatic sliding doors and a mini pantry too has been built in each coach to store and serve hot or chilled refreshments to passengers, a Railways statement said.
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4. CCTV cameras, fire and smoke detection systems installed
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The coach has an advanced state-of-the-art air spring suspension system fitted on the advanced FIAT design of bogies. CCTV cameras and fire and smoke detection systems have also been installed for safety and security of onboard passengers.
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