Amrit Bharat (trainset)
Indian push-pull trainsets
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Amrit Bharat is an Indian push-pull train, designed and developed by Indian Railways at its Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. It has non-air-conditioned three-tier sleeper and unreserved coaches.
- Coaches: ICF Chennai, RCF Kapurthala
- Locomotives: CLW Chittaranjan, BLW Varanasi
| Amrit Bharat | |
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An Amrit Bharat trainset | |
| Stock type | Push-pull train |
| In service | 30 December 2023 |
| Manufacturers |
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| Designers | RDSO, ICF |
| Assembly | Chennai, Kapurthala |
| Constructed | 2023–present |
| Entered service | 30 December 2023 |
| Number built | 9 (by ICF)[1] Unknown (by RCF) |
| Formation | 2 locomotives and 22 coaches (Push-pull configuration) |
| Capacity | 1,834 |
| Owner | Indian Railways |
| Operator | Indian Railways |
| Line served | 27 |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Spotwelded stainless steel |
| Car length |
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| Floor height | 1,320 mm (4 ft 4 in) |
| Platform height | 840 mm (2 ft 9+1⁄8 in) |
| Entry | Step |
| Doors | Manual pivot hinge doors |
| Wheel diameter | 855–915 mm (33.66–36.02 in) |
| Wheelbase | 14.9 m (48 ft 10+5⁄8 in) bogie centres |
| Maximum speed | 160 km/h (99 mph) |
| Weight | 39.5 t (38.9 long tons; 43.5 short tons) (average) |
| Electric system | 25 kV 50 Hz AC via overhead line |
| Current collection | Pantograph |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mm (5 ft 6 in) |
Overview
Amrit Bharat trains have upgraded non-air-conditioned three-tier sleeper and unreserved coaches.[2] The coaches are manufactured by Integral Coach Factory, Chennai at the cost of ₹650 million (US$6.7 million) per trainset.[3] In contrast to other Indian trains, the trainsets have a locomotive at both ends in a push-pull configuration (the only regular train run in a push-pull configuration prior to this was the Mumbai CSMT–Hazrat Nizamuddin Rajdhani Express) enabling better acceleration and shorter turnaround times in direction reversals.[4][5][6] It has also be termed as common man train.[7]
Engineering
The trainsets are powered by two WAP-5 locomotives connected at each ends with vibration resistance engines manufactured by Chittaranjan Locomotive Works. The Locomotive also features aerodynamic design. Each trainset consists of 22 coaches: 12 3-tier sleeper class, 8 unreserved and 2 luggage coaches.[8] As part of the "Make in India" Initiative, the Integral Coach Factory (ICF), a subsidiary of Indian Railways (IR), created and produced the Amrit Bharat Express.[9][7]
First Generation
The first generation of Amrit Bharat were built in 2023. The coaches are equipped with electric outlets, reading lights, CCTV cameras, bio-vacuum toilets, sensor-based water taps and passenger information system.[10][7] The trainsets also have semi-permanent couplers to avoid shocks during starting and stopping of the train and fully-covered vestibules to facilitate stability and safety.[11][12]
Second Generation
The first prototype of the second generation of Amrit Bharat was built in 2025.[13]
The semi-permanent couplers of the first generation have been replaced by semi-automatic couplers for easy attachment and detachment. Other improvements include an electro-pneumatic assisted brake system for quick brake application, a fully sealed gangway for quick coupling and decoupling, and a vacuum evacuation system.[14]
The train has an onboard condition monitoring system for real-time tracking of wheels and bearings, and internet-based water level indicators. External emergency lights have been added to provide basic lighting during emergencies.[14]
Improvements to toilets include adding a disabled-friendly toilet and toilet indicator lights. The toilets have an automatic hygiene odour control system. Toilets are built with sheet molding compound material for ease of maintenance and aesthetics.[15]
Each passenger has a dedicated charging socket with USB A and C-type ports. Other additions include a foldable snack table, mobile holder, and foldable bottle holder. A public address and passenger information system has been added, along with an emergency system to connect with the loco pilot. The seat and berth design has been improved for a comfortable ride.[16]
Third Generation
The first prototype of the third generation of Amrit Bharat was built in 2026.[17]
The trainsets will be powered by two WAP-7 locomotives connected at each ends with vibration resistance engines manufactured by the Indian Railways' subsidiary, Banaras Locomotive Works. The Locomotive also features aerodynamic design. Each trainset consists of 22 coaches: 1 1st AC Class, 2 2nd AC Class, 6 3rd AC Class, 6 Sleeper Class, 4 unreserved and 2 luggage coaches. As part of the "Make in India" Initiative, the Integral Coach Factory (ICF), a subsidiary of Indian Railways (IR), created and produced the Amrit Bharat Express.[18][19]
Rake Formation
The rake formations of all the operational versions of the train are given below:[20]
Abbreviations
- SLR – Sitting cum Luggage Rake
- UR / GS – UnReserved Coach
- SL – Sleeper Coach
- PC – Pantry Car Coach
| Coach Sr. No. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Class | SLR | UR / GS | SL | UR / GS | SLR | |||||||||||||||||
| Seating Capacity (Per Coach) | 50 | 100 | 80 | 100 | 50 | |||||||||||||||||
| Coach Sr. No. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Class | SLR | UR / GS | SL | PC | SL | UR / GS | SLR | |||||||||||||||
| Seating Capacity (Per Coach) | 50 | 100 | 80 | Nil | 80 | 100 | 50 | |||||||||||||||
Rake formation of Amrit Bharat Express 3.0
See also
- B28 trainset – Upcoming Indian high speed train type
- Vande Bharat (trainset)
- Vande Bharat (sleeper trainset)