Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday unveiled Vande Bharat Sleeper train set Vaishnaw at BEML’s Bengaluru complex. Here is a sneak peak into the new train set.
Performance of Train:
| Maximum operational speed during service | 160 kmph |
| Maximum operational speed during testing | 180 kmph |
Number of Coaches and Coach Capacities:
Each Vande Bharat Sleeper Trainset will have 16 coaches, which include 3 Tier, 2 Tier and First class coaches, all air-conditioned.
| Type of Berth | No of coaches per train | Total Number of berths |
| AC 3 Tier Berths | 11 | 611 |
| AC 2 Tier Berths | 4 | 188 |
| First Class AC Berths | 1 | 24 |
| Total | 16 | 823 |
The Trainset consist will be:
DTC + MC + TC + MC2 + MC + TC + MC + NDTC + NDTC2 + MC + TC + MC + MC2 + TC + MC2 + DTC2
DTC: Driving Trailer Coach
MC: Motor Coach
TC: Trailer Coach with Pantograph
MC2: Motor Coach with Electrical Changeover switch
NDTC: Non-driving Trailer Coach
Salient features:
• Austenitic Stainless steel Train set
• Crash worthy features in Train set for passenger safety
• Best-in-class interiors with GFRP panels
• Aerodynamic exterior looks
• Modular pantry
• Fire safety as per EN 45545, Hazard Level: 03
• Special berths and toilets for differently abled
• Automatic exterior passenger doors
• Sensor based intercommunication doors
• Remotely operated Fire barrier doors at end wall
• Ergonomically designed odour free toilet system
• Toilet for driving crew
• Shower with hot water in 1st AC car
• Integrated Reading light with USB Charging provision
• Public announcement and visual information system
• Modern passenger amenities
• Spacious luggage room
