A country like Russia, because of its large spaces requires special solutions in the field of transport.These include, in particular, and double-decker cars."Russian Railways", however, in this regard have not found anything better than to take advantage of the idea that appeared in the Russian Empire before the October Revolution.At that time, Tver and Sormovo plant produces rolling stock with an additional floor.Also, attempt to transport more people per unit of wheel sets were made in the Soviet Union, when between Ryazan and Moscow, Kovel and Lvov, in the Chelyabinsk region cruised such trains.
In what areas is expected to put double-decker cars?"Russian Railways" (Russian Railways) want to use novelty to travel from Moscow to Voronezh, Tula, Smolensk and the Black Sea areas, which is especially important in the summer, t. To. To get to the Russian resort by train is for less thanby plane.South will run the cars with lying place, and in some other cities - with seating.Tver Carriage Works plans to produce models of economy and business-class.In the first embodiment can be carried 129 people, while in the second there is an increased level of comfort.For example, in the passenger seat backrest mounted displays to view movies.
What parameters are double-decker cars?"Russian Railways" ordered the development of models which, thanks to a special corrosion resistant alloy, will serve about forty years.The special surface treatment composition achieves low air resistance, which will save energy consumption at a speed of about 160 kilometers per hour.For the convenience of passengers everywhere will be equipped with information boards, as well as access to the compartment by means of electronic keys.
What else interesting double-decker cars?"Russian Railways" customer class CB (special train for thirty coupe) will offer showers, disabled people with accompanying persons will be provided with a suitable position and lifts.Unlike conventional trains, the increase was to be provided with tight junctions between the cars, which entails no vestibule.Each car is equipped with three toilets with a standard set of objects, a wardrobe and a cooler with coffee and tea.
double-decker cars, "Russian Railways" within the project looks quite nice.Colours selected in beige and blue tones, positive impact on the mood of passengers.The overall height of the car is about 5.25 meters, with each floor to forty centimeters lower than in the conventional rail unit (2.1 meters compared to 2.5).Stability of the composition in the way of providing special springs.
We are not the first country, which today uses double-decker cars "Russian Railways".Photos from China, USA, Germany, show that this idea is very viable and can save money by transporting large numbers of passengers at lower costs for Servicing and energy.
