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Electric multiple unit

TRSC TRTC EMU101

Built by Hitachi, TRSC

Top speed
90 km/h
56 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2017–2018

Overview of the TRSC TRTC EMU101

Discover the TRTC EMU101, a state-of-the-art Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) operated by the Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation. This modern train showcases advanced engineering from AnsaldoBreda, with construction by Hitachi and TRSC between 2017 and 2018, making it a cornerstone of Taiwan's efficient urban transit system.

Designed for high-capacity passenger service, the TRTC EMU101 boasts a top speed of 90 km/h and a flexible 4-car (4M) formation. Its standard 1435 mm gauge and optimized dimensions, including a car length of 17 meters, a width of 2.65 meters, and a height of 3.6 meters, ensure seamless integration into metropolitan rail networks.

The EMU's robust electrical system utilizes 750 V DC supplied via a third rail, providing reliable and powerful operation. The TRTC EMU101 represents a significant advancement in driverless train technology, enhancing passenger experience and operational efficiency for the bustling Taipei metropolitan area.

TRSC TRTC EMU101 technical specifications

Value
SeriesAnsaldoBreda Driverless
Built byHitachi, TRSC · 2017–2018
Top speed90 km/h56 mph
Electric systems
  • 750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation4 cars (4M)
Car length17 m55 ft 9 in
Width2.65 m8 ft 8 in
Height3.6 m11 ft 10 in

Operators of the TRSC TRTC EMU101

Railway companies that have operated the TRTC EMU101, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Taipei Rapid Transit CorporationTRTC EMU101Taiwan

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