Space for China's enormous numbers of passengers

Velaro CN – high comfort, large seating capacities. Welcome to Velaro CN! The 8- and 16-car, 200- and 400-m-long trainsets are specially tailored for the large numbers of passengers in China.
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Velaro CN

In operation on the Chinese high-speed network

Velaro CN has 30-cm-wider cars and 2+3 seating arrangements to accommodate the transport capacity of 601 and 1,060 passengers respectively. With a traction power rating of 18,400 kW and at a maximum speed of 350 km/h, the Velaro CN is in operation on the Chinese high-speed network.

En route in comfort

Two different classes with catering services are available on Velaro CN. First class has a lounge with rotatable seats facing the direction of travel at both ends of the train. There’s lots to see here as well: A glass partition between the lounge and driver’s cab offers an unobstructed view of the track ahead. First-class passengers can also enjoy exclusive entertainment via video and audio entertainment system.

Tracking customization

Fancy a cup of tea? A hot water dispenser is available in every car. Or how about a bite to eat in the Bistro? The Bistro offers small snacks and beverages and also accommodates the customer service center. 

Up-to-date information 

Get the latest news: Information is provided in English or Chinese on LED screens both inside and outside. The automatic train control and signaling systems for Velaro CN are geared to meet the Chinese requirements. The operations control system specially developed by Siemens for the Chinese market is based on the European standard ETCS.

Type Velaro CN
Year of construction
2006-2009
Cars per train
8
Voltage system
AC 25 kV / 50 Hz
Maximum speed [km/h]
300
Track gauge [mm]
1.435
Number of seats
601
Traction power [kW]
8.8
Numbers built
60 + 20 Train components
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Velaro fleet

A technological expertise lead of more than 1.4 billion kilometers, including Spain, Russia, China, France, Turkey, and Germany: This is the Velaro fleet.
Velaro D
Germany
Deutsche Bahn AG

Competitiveness for Europe

  • Attractive reliability, low lifecycle costs – for use in Germany and France

  • Optimally serves a variety of different mobility requirements

  • Optimized aerodynamics reduce energy consumption

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Velaro E
Spain
Spanish Railroad Company RENFE

High-speed under Spain’s sun

  • Maximum speed of 350 km/h, 625 km are covered in less than 2.5 hours

  • The air conditioning system, which is approx. 25 % more powerful, is designed for outdoor temperatures of up to 50 °C

  • Market share increased to 50 % between 2008 and 2010

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Velaro TR
Turkey
Turkish State TCDD

Travel deluxe

  • A generous bistro and restaurant area is integrated to satisfy the high Turkish hospitality standards

  • The first Velaro was already delivered to its new home just 180 days after receipt of the order

  • Optimized aerodynamics and energy recovery using electrical brake reduce energy consumption by up to 10 %

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Velaro Rus
Russia
Russian Railways RZD

High availability despite ice and snow

  • 650 km, from Moscow to St. Petersburg, in a time of only about 3.5 hours

  • Minus 40 °C to plus 40 °C – the Velaro RUS is designed for climatic challenges

  • The air intake installed in the roof area masters even high levels of blowing snow

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Eurostar e320
Europe
Eurostar International Ltd.

Expertise for the Eurotunnel

  • Ready for 50 km of tunnel, 38 km of which is underwater, and up to 75 m below sea level 

  • Specially adapted to the strict regulations and structural requirements of the tunnel operation

  • Despite tunnel conditions of up to 100 % humidity and 25 °C year-round temperature, all components are protected against condensation

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