(Metro Rail News): India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train is progressing towards its debut. Recently, the first sleeper variant of the Vander Bharat train was dispatched from Integral Coach Factory (ICF) Chennai for the loaded simulation trials. The trains will also undergo extensive trials comprising high-speed runs before the commercial launch of the train.
The trains manufactured by BEML and the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) will undergo trials in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh. The Research Designs & Standards Organisation (RDSO) in Lucknow will be responsible for supervising the trial runs.
As per a Senior Railway Official, the sleeper trains will undergo multiple trials with speeds reaching up to 130 km/h in the Jhansi Division and 180 km/h in the Kota Division.
Aim of Load Simulation Test
These load simulation tests aim to evaluate the train’s performance and overall stability under different conditions like different loads, track types, and weather scenarios.
About Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train is an upgraded version of the popular Vande Bharat chaircar series. It is intended to provide a comfortable travel experience and features a top speed of 160 km/h, enabling efficient connectivity for long-distance journeys.
Train Configuration & Features
The first-ever Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains is a new 16-coach variant of the Vande Bharat Chair Car series designed with a maximum speed of 160km/h and capable of accommodating 823 passengers.
- 11 AC 3-Tier Berths (611 berths)
- 4 AC 2-Tier Berths (188 berths)
- 1 First Class AC Berth (24 berths)
