In continuation to its modernization efforts, Indian Railway brings Spanish Semi-High speed train Talgo train to India.The first trial run conducted on 29-05-2016 at Bareilly-Moradabad line in UP.The test was successful and more test services are planned to ensure its adaptability to indian conditions and Safety.The test ride was conducted with speed of 80-115 km/hour.Once the tests are over,the train can run with speed up to 180 km/hour. Talgo trains are capable of running up to 250 km/hour.But Indian Railway may restrict its speed up to 180 km/hour for safety.
The nine-coach train used for test ride consists of four chair cars,two executive cars,a cafeteria,a power car and a tail end coach.The train left Bareilly at 9.05 AM and reached Moradabad at 10.15 AM.
Besides high Speed and reduced travel time,the train will consume 30% less Energy.The light weight body and the material used makes it more energy efficient.
Even though it was a smooth ride,Indian Railway will officially announce the success of the test only after completing the remaining test rides.They will record the timings and other parameters of each test ride and the data will be analysed thoroughly.After that only they will conclude the result.
"The tain will continue on the same route till 12th June" Said Rajiv Mishra NER General Manager.Once this route trials are over,train will be moved to Rajadhani route between Mathura and palwal for further testing.
The coaches were shipped from Barcelona and they reached Mumbai Port on 21st April.It was further transported to the test route.
Note:-Sand sacks are put inside the train for test purpose.Hence the interiorors may seems less attractive in the images.Actually interiors are very attractive and Luxurious in Talgo train.
Some of the unique features of Talgo Train are
- The maximum speed of Talgo train is 250 km/hour.In India,it will be restricted up to 180 km/hours.
- Talgo train coaches would save up to 1 crore compared to other LBH coaches used in Shatabdi and Rajdhani Expresses.
- Talgo trains are 30% more fuel efficient compared to other Indian trains
- Modern interiors and facilities makes Talgo train journey equal to Air travel.
- The train can run on curves without decelerating its speed.
- The wheels can rotate independently.
- Low Centre of Gravity of coaches provide more stability and safety.
Once Talgo train start commercial service,it will reduce Delhi-Mumbai Train travel time from 16 hours to 12 Hours.Currently Rajdhani Express take 16 hours to reach Mumbai from Delhi.
Indian Railway started its fastest train service Gatimaan Express in April month. Gatimaan Express is capable of running with maximum speed of 160 km/hour.The train currently service in Delhi-Agra route.Once Talgo Express start its commercial service,it would become fastest train service in India.
Now the real challenge is our Rail tracks and infrastructure.Whether our Infrastructure and Signal systems are capable to meet the requirement of such High speed trains?.Hope we will get an answer when commercial service of Talgo train begin.
