© trainspo.comCAF Metropolis 5700
Built by Alstom, Siemens, CAF
Overview of the CAF Metropolis 5700
Explore the Metropolis 5700, a powerful electric multiple unit (EMU) operating in São Paulo Metro, Brazil. This robust train, part of the MSP 500 class, is designed for efficient urban transport.
Featuring a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the Metropolis 5700 reaches a top speed of 80 km/h, ensuring swift and dependable journeys for passengers.
Composed of 6 cars, this modern solution showcases exceptional build quality and performance, a testament to its construction by Alstom, Siemens, and CAF, with production beginning in 2002.
The Metropolis 5700 embodies innovation and reliability in the metro sector, making it a key player in São Paulo's public transportation network.
CAF Metropolis 5700 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Family | Metropolis | |
| Built by | Alstom, Siemens, CAF · 2002 | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 6 cars |
Operators of the CAF Metropolis 5700
Railway companies that have operated the Metropolis 5700, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| São Paulo Metro | MSP 500 | Brazil |
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