Chongqing News
CRT Line 18 is expected to open to traffic this year
2023-04-21 11:41:36
CHONGQING (CQNEWS) -- The first train for Chongqing Rail Transit (CRT) Line 18 has been stationed in the Jin'aosi vehicle area, which brings us closer to the opening of CRT Line 18.
With a maximum running speed of 100 kilometers per hour and the greatest transport capacity of 2,322 passengers, the greenish-blue train for CRT Line 18 is 117.8 meters long, 3 meters wide, and has 6 carriages.
CRT Line 18 adopts As-type vehicles with outstanding climbing ability and adaptability that adapt to the terrain of Chongqing and a permanent magnet motor traction system that can reduce the total energy consumption by 30% compared with the traditional asynchronous motor traction system under the same condition.
Each carriage is decorated with light strips on both sides and ring-like light on the roof, which offer sufficient light and enhance aesthetics and beauty.
In addition, “dimples” are set up on the existing stainless steel seat to offer passengers a comfortable riding experience.
With a length of about 29 kilometers, CRT Line 18 starts at Fuhua Road, passes through Yuzhong DItsirtc, Jiulongpo District, Banan District, and Dadukou District, and ends at Tiaodeng South Station, according to CRCC Chongqing Investment Group Co., Ltd.
The main structure of the 19 stations of CRT Line 18 has been completed, and the construction of CRT Line 18 has entered the stage of mass production and assembly. It’s estimated that CRT Line 18 will open to traffic this year.
(Translated by Yuki, Fathom Language Limited)
Editor:Jiang Yiwei