Electrical low-floor multiple unit FLIRT for BZD
In October 2013, Belarusian Railway (BZD) ordered two seven-part low-floor multiple unit FLIRTs from Stadler. The trains are designed for a maximum speed of 200 km/h and are used as Intercity trains and on interregional transport routes.
They offer 382 seats and 412 standing spaces. The new-generation FLIRT is based on the established FLIRT platform and has been developed for the special conditions in Finland, Norway, Estonia, Russia and Belarus. The generous, comfortable interior allows the passengers to to experience a pleasant journey. The modern passenger information system provides travellers with relevant information, and the video surveillance system guarantees maximum safety.
Technical features
Technology
Lightweight aluminim carbody design according to the newest crashworthiness (EN 15227) and structural strength (EN 12663) standards
Automatic coupler, Scharfenberg coupler type 10
Air-suspended bogies
Welded aluminium car body structure made of welded aluminium profiles
Multiple traction of up to 2 vehicles
Comfort
Comfortable and bright interior with customised design
Business and economy class compartments
Barrier-free and gap free entrance with sliding steps for persons with reduced mobility (wheelchairs, elderly, prams and bikes), > 80% low-floor area
Space for up to two wheelchairs
Bistro for the sale of snacks and hot and cold beverages
Powerful heating and air conditioning with heat recuperation
Single leaf doors and sliding steps for fast and easy passenger flow
5 vacuum toilets (1 with access for people with reduced mobility)
Passenger information system
Equipped with passenger WLAN
Personnel
Ergonomically and comfortable designed working environment to prevent inanition of driver (for 1 or 2 drivers)
Ease control of train operation, safety, passenger comfort and service related systems by train attendants
Easy cleaning and safety risk detection inside the train by train attendants (while running the train)
Expiration optimized kitchen layout
Reliability / Availability / Maintainability / Safety
Video surveillance
Intercom system with train driver and attendants
Emergency brakes, emergency buttons
Fire detection, alarm and extinguishing systems
Passenger information system (PIS on disturbance and emergency situations)
Intermittent or continious train control systems (ETCS)
Occupational safety, ergonomics, operator friendliness