The Swiss manufacturer of railway materials Stadler Rail announced a new train model that uses modern technologies to preserve the environment: the vehicle is powered by an electric battery and hydrogen . Baptism of Regio-Shuttle Zero (RS Zero) the prototype was presented as the successor to the model Regio-Shuttle RS1 with the advantage of using an energy source that does not emit CO2 and, therefore, causes less damage to the environment.
Despite being built with a futuristic train design, the RS Zero maintains the same trapezoidal window strips as the RS1 models. According to the company, the world premiere took place in Berlin, Germany, where 38% of railway lines are not electrified. The idea is to offer a vehicle that facilitates the energy transition in Germany and the rest of Europe.
Since the RS Zero can be fueled by either electricity or hydrogen, it does not matter which refueling method is chosen. In addition, the vehicles can be adjusted to suit the specific conditions of each rail line.
The manufacturer has made the train available in two different models: a single model with a capacity for 70 passengers, and a double model with a capacity for 150 passengers. The model offers standard seats and seats for those who want more. privacy as well as seating for wheelchair users, a bathroom and an area for transporting bicycles, strollers and suitcases.
“The Regio-Shuttle RS1 is an important part of Stadler’s history. We delivered the last vehicle to a customer 11 years ago. I am now delighted that we are starting a new chapter in this success story with the RS ZERO, which enables us to further expand our technological leadership in the field of alternative drive technologies,” said Peter Spuhler, Chairman of the Board of Management of the Stadler Group.
RS Zero: hydrogen and battery
In addition to using hydrogen and a battery, the vehicle’s interior trim was made from 98% recyclable materials and is free of synthetic rubber, according to the company. For example, the sidewall panel was made from different types of recyclable materials, such as PET bottles, and the air conditioning system is supposedly less harmful to the environment. environment .
The model also offers excellent advantages for passengers with reduced mobility, as it was manufactured with a low floor and no steps. For those who are in Germany during this month, it is possible to visit the RS Zero prototype exhibition at the InnoTrans 2024 event, which takes place between September 24th and 27th, in Berlin.
“Our goal was to develop a particularly lightweight vehicle that would enable emission-free operation on secondary routes. With the RS ZERO, we are offering our customers a train that combines efficiency with maximum comfort and provides the best possible accessibility for all passengers,” said Ansgar Brockmeyer, Executive Vice President Marketing and Sales at Stadler Group.
Stadler Rail has also made vehicles available in Brazil; He 4/4 electric locomotives were produced for the railway system in Paranapiacaba, a city in the interior of São Paulo.
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