Amrit Bharat (trainset)
| Amrit Bharat | |
|---|---|
 An Amrit Bharat trainset | |
| Stock type | Push-pull train |
| In service | 30 December 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Coaches: ICF Chennai, RCF Kapurthala Locomotives: Chittaranjan Locomotive Works |
| Designer | RDSO, ICF |
| Assembly | Chennai, Kapurthala |
| Constructed | 2023–present |
| Entered service | 30 December 2023 |
| Number under construction | 50 |
| Number built | 3 |
| Number in service | 2 |
| Predecessor | Antyodaya Express, Jan Shatabdi Express and SuperFast Express trains |
| Formation | 2 locomotives and 22 coaches (Push-pull configuration) |
| Capacity | 1,834 |
| Owners | Indian Railways |
| Operators | Indian Railways |
| Lines served | 2 |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Spotwelded stainless steel |
| Car length |
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| Floor height | 1,320 mm (4 ft 4 in) |
| Platform height | 840 mm (2 ft 9+1⁄8 in) |
| Entry | Step |
| 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 centres |
| Maximum speed | 160 km/h (99 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) |
Amrit Bharat is an Indian push-pull train, designed and developed by Indian Railways at its Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. It has non-air-conditioned three-tier sleeper and unreserved coaches.
Overview
[edit]Amrit Bharat trains have upgraded non-air-conditioned three-tier sleeper and unreserved coaches.[1] The coaches are manufactured by Integral Coach Factory, Chennai at the cost of ₹650 million (US$7.5 million) per trainset.[2] In contrast to other Indian trains, the trainsets will have a locomotive at both ends in a push-pull configuration, enabling better acceleration and shorter turnaround times in direction reversals.[3][4][5] It has also be termed as common man train.[6]
Engineering
[edit]The trainsets will be powered by two WAP-5 locomotives connected at each ends with vibration resistance engines manufactured by Chittaranjan Locomotive Works. The Locomotive also features aerodynamic design. Each trainset consists of 22 coaches: 12 3-tier sleeper class, 8 unreserved and 2 luggage coaches.[7] As part of the "Make in India" Initiative, the Integral Coach Factory (ICF), a subsidiary of Indian Railways (IR), created and produced the Amrit Bharat Express.[8][9]
First generation
[edit]The first generation of Amrit Bharat were built in 2023. The coaches are equipped with electric outlets, reading lights, CCTV cameras, bio-vacuum toilets, sensor-based water taps and passenger information system.[10][6] The trainsets will also have semi-permanent couplers to avoid shocks during starting and stopping of the train and fully-covered vestibules to facilitate stability and safety.[11][12]
Second generation
[edit]The first prototype of the second generation of Amrit Bharat was built in 2025.
The semi-permanent couplers of the first generation have been replaced by semi-automatic couplers for easy attachment and detachment. Other improvement include an electro-pneumatic assisted brake system for quick brake application, a fully sealed gangway for quick coupling and decoupling, and a vacuum evacuation system.
The train has an onboard condition monitoring system for real-time tracking of wheels and bearings, and internet-based water level indicators. External emergency lights have been added to provide basic lighting during emergencies.
Improvements to toilets include adding a disabled-friendly toilet and toilet indicator lights. The toilets have an automatic hygiene odour control system. Toilets are built with sheet molding compound material for ease of maintenance and aesthetics.
Each passenger has a dedicated charging socket with USB A and C-type ports. Other additions include a foldable snack table, mobile holder, and foldable bottle holder. A public address and passenger information system has been added, along with an emergency system to connect with the loco pilot. The seat and berth design has been improved for a comfortable ride.[13]
Rake Formation
[edit]The rake formations of all the operational versions of the train are given below:-
Abbreviations
- SLR – Sitting cum Luggage Rake
- UR / GS – UnReserved Coach
- SL – Sleeper Coach
| Coach Sr. No. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Class | SLR | UR / GS | SL | UR / GS | SLR | |||||||||||||||||
| Seating Capacity | 50 | 80 | 960 (80 Passengers x 12 Coaches) | 80 | 50 | |||||||||||||||||
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Indian Railways To Soon Launch Budget-Friendly Non-AC Vande Sadharn train". Times Now. 3 July 2023. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
- ^ "Indian Railways: What is Vande Sadharan Train? What are its similarities with Vande Bharat train?". Zee Business. 18 July 2023. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ^ Nigam, Saumya (27 December 2023). "Amrit Bharat Express to launch with Push-Pull technology and other exciting features". India TV. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
- ^ "Vande Sadharan train: All you need to know; How it is different from Vande Bharat train?". Business Today. 30 October 2023. Retrieved 30 December 2023.
- ^ Athrady, Ajith (10 July 2023). "Indian Railways to produce non-AC Vande Sadharan trains". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ^ a b "Amrit Bharat Express: What's special about Indian Railways new push-pull train for common man? Top images & facts". The Times of India. 26 December 2023. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
- ^ "New Vande Sadharan arrives in city". The Times of India. 30 October 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 31 December 2023.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Eastern Railway". er.indianrailways.gov.in. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
- ^ "Amrit Bharat Express: What's special about Indian Railways new push-pull train for common man? Top images & facts". The Times of India. 30 December 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 1 June 2024.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Vande Sadharan: Indian Railways' 'affordable' alternative to Vande Bharat trains". CNBCTV18. 19 July 2023. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
- ^ "PM Modi to inaugurate 'Amrit Bharat Express' on Dec 30. All you need to know about this 'sleeper Vande Bharat' train". Hindustan Times. 27 December 2023. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
- ^ "Amrit Bharat Express with innovative 'push-pull technology' to start soon from Ayodhya – Know features, design, routes and more". Financial Express. 26 December 2023. Retrieved 28 December 2023.
- ^ Singh, Nivedita (10 January 2025). "Amrit Bharat 2.0: An Affordable Cousin Of Vande Bharat For Economical Rail Travel". News18. Retrieved 11 January 2025.
