Draft:R268 (New York City Subway car)
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| R268 | |
|---|---|
| In service | 2030 (expected) |
| Replaced | All R68s and R68As |
| Number under construction | 0 |
| Number built | 0 |
| Operators | New York City Subway |
| Specifications | |
| Electric system(s) | 600 V DC Third rail |
| Current collector(s) | Contact shoe |
| Braking system(s) | that can be used to stop the train in an emergency. The brakes are located in the operator's cab, the conductor's cab, and throughout the car. |
| Safety system(s) | the installation of security cameras and increased law enforcement |
| Track gauge | 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge |
The R268 is a proposed New Technology Train-series New York City Subway car type. It was first mentioned under the MTA's Non-Construction Contract Solicitation Notice document back in June of 2023.[1] Currently, 355 cars are proposed to replace the R68 and R68A fleets, which were built in the late-1980s.[2] The contract of the R268 would be awarded in the late-2020s.
Similar to the current R211, and the future R262, this subway car model would feature advanced technology. At the ends of the train, it would display a large LED screen with the route bullet, similar to the front rollsigns on older trains (R40 to R68A). The train's destination will be displayed above the door on the front. It may also feature open gangways, as on the R211Ts and the R262s. The R268 subway cars have security cameras.
History
[edit]In June 2023, the MTA issued a request for proposal on pre contract awards for R262 and R268.[1] No further information about the R268 has been announced.
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Non-construction Contract Solicitation Notice". Metropolitan Transportation Authority. June 9, 2023. Retrieved June 9, 2023.
- ^ "2025-2029 Capital Plan". Metropolitan Transportation Authority. September 25, 2024. p. 85 (PDF p. 44).
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