Ahmedabad-Mumbai double decker train:Watch these photos

Ahmedabad-Mumbai double decker train:Watch these photos
Ahmedabad, 25 February, 2011






Central Railway minister Mamata Banerjee has proposed double decker AC train between Ahmedabad and Mumbai. If you have question how this double decker train actually looks, here are the photographs. These photographs were taken when the first double decker train was launched in India.

The first Double decker high speed-stainless steel AC coach capable of running at a speed of 160 kmph was manufactured at Rail Coach Factory (RCF).

In the new design, 128 passengers can be seated as compared to 78 passengers in Shatabdi chair cars, thus increasing the capacity by almost 70 per cent.

The overall height of double decker coach has been increased marginally (four and a half inches) keeping in view the constraints like overhead structures, bridges, electric traction equipment, platforms etc. so that these coaches can be used without modifying any of the fixed structures except for clearing some minor infringements. Space for the two decks has been generated by optimally using the well space between the two bogies. To save upon space, it was decided to use End-On-Generation configuration where power for train lighting and air-conditioning is supplied by two power cars, attached at both ends of the train.

The new air-conditioned design uses many superior technical features like aesthetically pleasing stainless steel body, high speed Eurofima design bogies with air springs for superior ride quality and many other safety related features. This coach is fitted with control discharge toilet system. The successful development of AC Double Decker Coach is a clear illustration of Indian Railways’ capabilities in design and manufacturing.