Moskva-2026 Metro Train Enters Service

RUSSIA: The first TMH Metrovagonmash Moskva-2026 trainset has officially entered passenger service on Line 2 of the capital’s metro network.

The Moskva-2026 model is designed to enhance the efficiency and comfort of metro travel in Moscow. It features modern amenities and improved energy efficiency compared to previous models.

Key specifications of the Moskva-2026 trainset include:

• Capacity: Designed to accommodate a higher number of passengers.
• Energy Efficiency: Incorporates advanced technologies for reduced energy consumption.
• Comfort: Enhanced seating and climate control systems for passenger comfort.

The introduction of the Moskva-2026 is part of a broader initiative to modernize Moscow’s metro system, which is one of the busiest in the world. The new trainsets are expected to improve service frequency and reduce waiting times for passengers.

TMH Metrovagonmash, a subsidiary of Transmashholding, is responsible for the production of the Moskva-2026 trainsets. The company has a long history of manufacturing rolling stock for urban transit systems.

Further deployments of the Moskva-2026 trainsets are planned as part of ongoing upgrades to the metro network, with additional units expected to enter service in the coming months.

source: railwaygazette.com