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	VT 08.5
		This trainset was a trainset which was a by MAN rebuilt trainset VT 872 to test new driving concepts.
		The trainsets VT 08.5 had only one month of service in the TEE trains because the first trainsets VT 11.5 were delivered at the end of June and went into service at the begin of July.
		The trainsets were renumbered to VT 12.6 and were going to ride in the same services as the trainsets VT 12.5.
	www.dbtrains.com /en/trainsets/epochIII/VT08.5 (1367 words)

	GAO-05-698T, Amtrak: Acela's Continued Problems Underscore the Importance of Meeting Broader Challenges in Managing ...
		Since the trainsets were placed into revenue service in 2000, unexpected problems have been encountered that have resulted in lost revenue and damaged the image of the Acela program.
		Amtrak's Acela trainsets also appeared to have had abbreviated testing prior to being deployed into revenue service.[Footnote 10] A fuller testing of the trainsets may have better identified the range of potential problems and defects that could be experienced prior to placing the trainsets in service.
		The trainsets have not yet met the minimum reliability performance requirement of traveling an average 17,500 miles between service failures.[Footnote 14] According to Amtrak, the period of time when the trainsets are out of service to resolve the brake problems will not likely be included in the measurement of this standard.
	www.gao.gov /htext/d05698t.html (4795 words)

	Faster trains [KTH]
		There are several reasons for this: lower train weights, better aerodynamical design of new trainsets and also more advanced electric control systems, enabling the traction motors to act as generators during braking, thereby regenerating electric current to the catenary (contact wire).
		For instance, if there were modern trainsets available for every train now running in the Lake Mälaren region, i e westward from Stockholm, thereby replacing older locomotive-hauled trains, an energy saving equal to the heating of 1,300 medium-size private houses would occur.
		This study was presented jointly with trainset builder Bombardier on 14 December.
	www.kth.se /aktuellt/nyheter/2006/12/200612201440.html (275 words)

	Midwest High Speed Rail Association
		Both trainsets were "unit" trains that used key design principals that allowed for safer operation at higher speeds, while driving out operating, equipment maintenance and track maintenance costs.
		While the trainset itself was a huge leap in technology, institutional hurdles prevented it from reaching its potential.
		Because of their design, the new trainsets allowed travel time improvements and service levels for many destinations, despite only travelling on dedicated rights-of-way for a portion of the trip.
	www.midwesthsr.org /promote_how_historical.htm (1711 words)

	S-train line
		The first trainsets had been delivered during 1933-34 and their number was increased in 1935 and 1936.
		The second generation of S-trains in red livery were delivered from 1967 to 1977 in time for the opening of the new line to Hillerød.
		The original order was for 120 trainsets, but this has since been changed to 105 trainsets (8 cars) and 30 trainsets (4 cars).
	www.jernbanesider.dk /page51.html (284 words)

	TEE rolling stock
		These were based on the already proven RGP 825 trainsets (which is shown by the photo).
		The principle was based on the trainsets already running in the Netherlands.
		Because the intended trainsets were not ready in time as a temporary measure some sets of this series have done service in TEE trains.
	homepages.cwi.nl /~dik/english/public_transport/TEE/stock.html (2592 words)

	Bombardier / Transportation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		The contract for two electrical trainsets was awarded in August 2000.
		The trainset was designed and produced at Bombardier Transportation's Villeneuve facility.
		The three-car trainset is a light-gauge steel construction.
	www.bombardier.com /en/1_0/1_0_0_52_p.html (190 words)

	Amtrak: Acela's Continued Problems Underscore the Importance of Meeting Broader Challenges in Managing Large-Scale ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		Since the trainsets were placed into revenue service in 2000, unexpected problems have been encountered that have resulted in lost revenue and damaged the image of the Acela program.
		Amtrak's Acela trainsets also appeared to have had abbreviated testing prior to being deployed into revenue service.10 A fuller testing of the trainsets may have better identified the range of potential problems and defects that could be experienced prior to placing the trainsets in service.
		The trainsets have not yet met the minimum reliability performance requirement of traveling an average 17,500 miles between service failures.14 According to Amtrak, the period of time when the trainsets are out of service to resolve the brake problems will not likely be included in the measurement of this standard.
	www.washingtonwatchdog.org /documents/gao/05/GAO-05-698T.html (4859 words)

	FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION : PRESS ROOM
		The detection occurred while FRA personnel were closely inspecting a trainset that had been involved in test runs.
		While conducting a very thorough inspection of the brakes on the trainset, Specialist Thomas noticed what appeared to be rust near a very small mark on one of the rotorâs spokes.
		We will also ensure that Amtrakâs equipment inspection program for the Acela trainsets is improved so as to ensure that any such safety-critical problems are found and corrected well before they reach the dimensions that this problem had reached by the time that FRA detected it.
	www.fra.dot.gov /us/content/1646 (1853 words)

	Intercity Passenger Rail: Issues Associated with the Recent Settlement between Amtrak and the Consortium of Bombardier ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		For its part, the Consortium is required to complete modifications to the trainsets and locomotives; train Amtrak staff; meet performance requirements for speed, comfort, and reliability; transfer technical information and third-party contract rights to Amtrak; and provide trainset parts information, permits, and licenses.
		Amtrak's internal costs will increase when it assumes trainset maintenance responsibilities; however, since it will no longer have to pay a contractor to manage its trainset maintenance function, it is unclear whether Amtrak will realize a net savings or incur a cost increase from this transition.
		For example, the cost to complete major overhauls to the trainsets is largely unknown, as efforts continue to identify the full scope of work to be completed and those who will perform the work.
	www.washingtonwatchdog.org /documents/gao/05/GAO-05-152.html (2751 words)

	TGVweb - TGV Thalys
		Originally 27 third generation trainsets had been ordered, but due to design and production delays the first ten trainsets were instead built as second generation trainsets (on the tail end of the Réseau build) to allow Thalys to begin operating more or less on schedule.
		PBA trainsets are in 4500 series and have split windshields, while PBKA trainsets are in 4300 series and have single windshields.
		The PBKA trainsets are a special build, and not a conversion of an existing TGV type.
	www.trainweb.org /tgvpages/thalys.html (936 words)

	ChrisTrains NS Buffel
		The new DMUs are based on the electric trainsets of class 2100 (SM'90), but a diesel-hydraulic transmission was chosen instead of diesel-electric.
		After many problems, both with the trains and with the new signalling (needed because of the low weight and smooth ride of the trains), the trains are now used in regular service without too many disturbances.
		After a long period of debate and testing, the trainsets finally got approved by the German authorities, and the class 3400 replaced the last trainsets Plan X-v in service for NS.
	www.christrains.com /nsbuffel.html (435 words)

	TALGO AMERICA (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		The Talgo TPU™ is a self-contained trainset equipped with the latest generation of Talgo passenger cars and a Talgo power car that supplies electricity, water and compressed air to the rest of the trainset.
		Talgo TPU™ trainsets may be operated with any type of locomotive, including GM F59s as in the Pacific Northwest Corridor.
		Talgo TPU™ trainsets are also available in a hotel-train configuration for night services.
	www.talgoamerica.com /talgo_tpu.asp (124 words)

	Locomotive Database - TEE
		Trip times were the fastest possible and with the exception of a break of gauge on Spanish routes, very short frontier halts were made possible by conducting customs procedures en route.
		The inclusion of a duplicate cab eliminated the necessity for time consuming shunt manouevres; the consists were semi-permanently coupled and treated as self propelled vehicles.
		With the spread of electrification in Europe and advances in multi system electric train technology; with the exception of 501, which had been destroyed in an accident, the DE TEE1/RAm trainsets were withdrawn in 1974.
	www.auran.com /trainz/database/rampage.html (663 words)

	Euronext
		This order is part of a long-term investment programme for the renewal of the regional express trains fleet, launched in 2000 and financed by the French regions.
		range is characterised by a considerable modularity, making it possible to respond to operators’; actual capacity requirements by allowing configurations of trainsets composed of between 2 and 5 railcars for capacities ranging from 220 to 576 seated passengers.
		Currently, there are 90 trainsets in service in the French regions (Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Rhône-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, Picardie, Centre, and Lorraine), and 12 on the Luxembourg national railway network.
	www.euronext.com /trader/companynews/detailRoot/0,4082,1700631_3245113_878399793,00.html?isinCode=FR0010220475&selectedMep=1&idInstrument=17049&koers&fonds=ALSTOM&channelId=3245113&local=1700631 (304 words)

	Summary
		Both Amtrak and the Consortium must fulfill certain responsibilities in order to correct trainset problems and to transfer facility management and trainset maintenance operations from the Consortium to Amtrak by the conditional transition date of October 1, 2006.
		Before the transition date, Amtrak is required to create a transition plan as part of the settlement agreement, hire staff for facilities management and trainset maintenance, and determine a parts procurement plan for the trainsets.
		According to Amtrak and Bombardier officials, all parties are now cooperating to address trainset problems and to complete management and maintenance responsibilities necessary for the transition to occur.
	www.gao.gov /docdblite/details.php?rptno=GAO-05-152%20 (917 words)

	WSDOT - Cascades Trainsets Overhaul - Photo
		The three state-owned Amtrak Cascades trainsets have been in service since 1999.
		All three trainsets will receive interior and exterior improvements.
		They will be restored to like-new condition and their service life extended to approximately 2029.
	www.wsdot.wa.gov /Projects/Rail/Passenger/CascadesTrainsets/Photo.htm (36 words)

	Bucharest Metro - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		On lines M1, M2 and M3, three trainsets (totalling six cars) are connected together, with a length of up to 120 metres, while in line M4, two trainsets run together (totalling four cars).
		More of these trainsets are expected to be received in 2006 and placed in service on most of Lines M1 and M3.
		Secondly, the trainsets themselves were all constructed in Romania and did not follow the Eastern European style of construction.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bucharest_Metro (1829 words)

	On Track On Line - Amtrak Trainset Roster
		The exterior of the train was repainted to match the other Pacific Northwest equipment though the interior has not changed.
		The trainset configurations as of February, 2007 are listed at the bottom of this section.
		Each eight-car Acela Express trainset consists of two power cars, one first class car, four business class cars, and a cafe.
	www.on-track-on-line.com /amtk-roster-trainsets.shtml (319 words)

	Amtrak San Diegans Trainsets
		Knowing what cars were on what trains for the past few days, I could predict with at least 95% accuracy what cars would comprise a San Diegan train expected into the station at any time.
		I have found some patterns of how trainsets are deployed.
		I have named each trainset using the identifying number of the Cab Control Car.
	www.trainweb.com /routes/route_sd/trainsets.html (1883 words)

	Destination : Freedom Newsletter-November 12, 2001
		The carrier complained that speed restrictions are required, "because trainsets don't meet specifications on track that complies with new, tougher FRA requirements, failure to provide on-time and adequate maintenance, and failure to comply with warranty obligations."
		Amtrak's press release stated, "The consortium narrowly won a highly competitive bid to manufacture and deliver the trainsets based in large measure on its promise to begin deliveries in the fall of 1999.
		Amtrak refused, the consortium relented, and the trainsets were delivered, although a year late," the document stated.
	www.nationalcorridors.org /df/df11122001.shtml (8467 words)

	WSDOT - Rail Project - Cascades Trainsets Overhaul (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		This is the first time the trainsets have been overhauled.
		The three state-owned trainsets will receive improvements that will restore them to like-new condition.
		Work on the trainsets will be done in compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations to ensure safe operation of the trains.
	www.wsdot.wa.gov /Projects/Rail/Passenger/CascadesTrainsets (329 words)

	UTU: News
		Montreal-based Bombardier will team up with France's Alstom to deliver the bi-level trainsets, which are a follow-up to an initial order for 82 trainsets in late 2000.
		The Canadian group will manufacture three vehicles and six carrying bogies for each of the 22 eight-cars trainsets.
		The work will be done at its Crespin, France, site and deliveries are expected between January 2006 and December 2007, the company said.
	www.utu.org /worksite/detail_news.cfm?ArticleID=11285 (123 words)

	Amtrak to put two new trainsets into service - The Business Review (Albany):
		Amtrak President David Gunn promised to put two Turboliner trainsets that have been rebuilt by the state at SuperSteel Schenectady into service within 90 days, state Transportation Commissioner Michael Boardman said Tuesday.
		Amtrak's reluctance to employ the five-car trainsets on the Empire Corridor has been a source of irritation with state officials.
		Under an agreement with Amtrak, New York is spending $98.5 million to refurbish seven RTL-III trainsets that were originally built by Rohr Industries in the mid-1970s.
	albany.bizjournals.com /albany/stories/2003/01/06/daily37.html (598 words)

	Additional High Speed Trains For China
		Bombardier and the China Ministry of Railways (MOR) signed today a long-term strategic cooperation framework agreement related to the purchase by MOR of additional high-speed electric multiple unit trainsets from Bombardier and its joint venture Bombardier Sifang Power (Qingdao) Transportation Ltd. (BSP).
		The agreement also covers the creation of a maintenance center dedicated to 200 km/h electric multiple unit trainsets.
		This center, with a 250-trainset maintenance capacity, is to be established in Guangzhou in 2007.
	www.jobwerx.com /news/Archives/bbd_biz-id=947319_708.html (519 words)

	For the Talgo, a conditional reprieve - Federal Railroad Admin grandfathers trainsets - Brief Article Railway Age - ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		After several months of controversy following the issuance of new Passenger Equipment Safety Standards, the Federal Railroad Administration has decided to grant Amtrak's request to "grandfather" the Talgo trainsets that were built for Cascades service in the Pacific Northwest Rail Corridor.
		Amtrak had asked FRA to grandfather use of the passive-tilt Talgo trainsets because they were ordered by Amtrak before the new passenger equipment safety standards were issued in May 1999.
		In addition, safety cables will be applied around the top of each suspension column and attached to the upper carbody structure to resist a nominal 250,000-pound force at each truck's center of gravity.
	www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m1215/is_10_201/ai_66769255 (442 words)

	Trainsets - Toys, Bikes, Dolls, Cars (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		Here are the best Trainsets sites to help you in your search for what your looking for.
		From this top listing list you can get to the best group of Trainsets providers and get the best range of options for Trainsets suppliers.
		If you don’t see the Trainsets you are looking for from the list of Trainsets websites shown, try popularsearch.net where you will arrive at other varied sites relating to Trainsets.
	www.toy-toys.net /trainsets.html (299 words)

	TALGO AMERICA (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
		RENFE (Spanish National Railways) has awarded fifty (50) % of the Very High-Speed contract linking Madrid and Barcelona to the Talgo-Adtranz Consortium.
		The order is for 32 trainsets with a total value of some $680 million.
		Delivery for all trainsets is scheduled for 2004.
	www.talgoamerica.com /news_results.asp?id=18 (129 words)

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