Velaro – top performance for high-speed traffic
The Velaro family: developed for the global market. Its continuous evolution is based on our experience in design, production, service, and maintenance. Travel with the Velaro, for instance in Spain, France, China. And in the U.K. Belgium, Turkey, or Germany. You’re sure to be impressed by the technology, flexibility, comfort, and cost-effectiveness of the Velaro family.
The Velaro family: developed for the global market. Its continuous evolution is based on our experience in design, production, service, and maintenance. Travel with the Velaro, for instance in Spain, France, China. And in the U.K. Belgium, Turkey, or Germany. You’re sure to be impressed by the technology, flexibility, comfort, and cost-effectiveness of the Velaro family.
More than 3 billion kilometers of experience
Proven state-of-the-art technology
Meet a world record holder: Velaro is one of the fastest high-speed trains in the world, having reached a speed of 403 km/h without modifications. Whether it’s used as a high-class solution with outstanding passenger comfort for businesspeople or as a highly cost-effective transportation system for large numbers of passengers: Velaro scores not only with its speed but also with its flexibility.
Spain’s Velaro E, for example, has been providing passengers with reliable service from Madrid to Barcelona for years. It covers the 625-km route in less than 2.5 hours. The eight-car, 200-m long standard train configuration has a traction output rating of eight MW. With punctuality exceeding 99 % and operating distances of more than 500, 000 kilometers annually, the Velaro demonstrates top performance for high-speed travel. And the best thing: The world’s most versatile train platform is being continuously further developed by leading technologists.
Building on success
The Velaro family was developed for the global market. It demonstrates its versatility and broad deployment range day in and day out. Reliable, configured to meet national and international requirements, and always securely based on a proven platform. Put your trust in our global experience. More than 900 high-speed trains equipped with Siemens technology speak for themselves.
Globally adaptable
From Spain to Turkey and as far as Egypt: The high-performance Velaro family can be operated in four climatic zones. It also demonstrates its adaptability to different track gauges. The Spanish and Chinese versions are based on Europe's 1,435-mm standard gauge. However, Velaro can also be built for a country’s broad gauge.
High-performance across borders
Velaro is designed as a four-system trainset. This means that it can run on conventional line voltage systems. You thus benefit from its cross-border capability. In Spain, France, Germany, the U.K., Switzerland, Belgium, the Netherlands, China, and Turkey – in other words, worldwide. As experts in the international certification of high-speed-trains, we ensure compatibility with the infrastructure and international standards as well as for the smooth integration of state-of-the-art and next-generation train protection and communication systems.
Experience shows that a state-of-the-art train must cater to diverse needs – whether that means different passenger and baggage loads or a variety of comfort levels. Understanding this is what makes the Velaro family not only the most versatile but also the most comfortable high-speed platform of its kind.
Lighting
A balanced combination of direct and indirect lighting provides a uniquely comfortable atmosphere. As an option, individual lighting conditions can be provided via LEDs.
Conference compartment
Effective use of travel time: A spacious conference compartment with practical working surfaces gives business travelers privacy to focus on work while en route.
Handholds
Handholds on the seats, a tactile guidance system with seat numbering in Braille, and strips on the vehicle floor ensure passenger safety and guidance when boarding and while the train is underway.
Bistro
Convenient catering on board: A timeless, contemporary bistro with snacks and beverages offers passengers relaxation and refreshment.
When it comes to reliability, Velaro pulls no punches. Behind the exceptionally aesthetic design lies exceptional functionality. Pioneering innovations, first-class materials, and the intelligent integration of reliable electrical and mechanical systems pave the way for this superior integrated concept worldwide.
Top performance
Meet a versatile top performer: The Velaro reaches speeds of up to 360 km/h. Two car body widths, two track gauges, and a flexible number of cars in various configurations are offered. Traveling well over one million kilometers a year, and with punctuality exceeding 99 %, Velaro is far ahead of the rest.
Multiple-unit concept
Velaro is strictly a multiple-unit trainset: The traction system is distributed over the entire train, and all traction components are arranged underfloor. Consequently, the entire length of up to 400 m above the floor is available. That means maximum room for your passengers. The multiple-unit concept also guarantees optimized performance, improved running characteristics, and a high degree of passenger comfort.
Technology
Velaro’s level of innovation is evident in the smallest detail: While passengers benefit from the extraordinarily comfortable bogie suspension, an autopilot helps the driver make an energy-saving journey. A state-of-the-art diagnostic system reports data to preventive maintenance via a wireless link. And it goes without saying that Velaro complies with the European safety standards and regulations (TSI, EN, etc.).
TrainIT: Use connectivity
The fully integrated, modular TrainIT system forms the backbone for innovative plug-in applications such as iCCTV, Internet on Board, passenger assistance, entertainment, diagnosis, or maintenance. Standard hardware and interfaces, along with the software based on them, meet the requirements of railway engineers, operators, and passengers. The powerful IT infrastructure saves costs, improves riding comfort, and helps to avoid damage.
Integrated service
We at Siemens Mobility offer you comprehensive support, ranging from technical care to customized service and diagnosis all the way to cost-effective financing and leasing models. And, on top of all that, we will contractually agree to assume overall responsibility for the construction and maintenance of entire rail systems – from tracks to stations and trains. Our aim is to ensure highly available trains and smooth running operations at all times.
