The Taipei Metro will soon get a brand new set of trains from South Korea. The new train carriages have been redesigned to facilitate larger passenger volumes. They are also brighter and more accessible than previous models. The first new train could hit the rails as early as 2027, with another six trains to follow until 2028.
In the capital, many commuters get to work on the Taipei Metro, which is set to soon introduce new train cars from South Korea. Let’s have look through a virtual reality rendering.
The two windows on each side have merged to become one large window and the seating layout has been changed to one row of seats on each side. The first and last cars on each train have dedicated spaces for wheelchair users. The LED signs have been replaced with liquid crystal display screens and interior lighting has been made brighter.
Member of public
After all, there are a lot of people at rush hour. Having fewer seats could have an effect on how crowded it gets.
Liang Hsing-ju
South Korean train manufacturer
The project is still in the design phase and small adjustments may be made later on. Since the COVID pandemic, everyone is very concerned about air quality. Since there is a large volume of commuters during rush hour, Taipei Metro asked us to install equipment to address air quality concerns.
Taipei Metro currently plans to procure seven trains, or a total of 42 cars. The first delivery is slated for late 2025, and the first train could go into service as early as April 2027.
Ling Chi-yao
Taipei Metro
The trains will be delivered through 2026 and they will all complete testing by the end of 2028. We will consider the operating demand in planning their routes. The interiors of the trains will be designed keeping in mind passengers’ needs regarding spaciousness, mobility and safety.
The trains will be running on routes that have high passenger volumes, meaning that the trains must be designed in a way that allows a large numbers of people to board and alight with ease. This first sneak peek at the trains has given transport enthusiasts much to talk about.
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