Izmir
Izmir built a very realistic project, using former TCDD right of way for a part of the line from Halkapinar to Bornova. This old TCDD line was fully rebuilt to modern standard for the fraction of the coast of a new line. Further metro extensions are likely to use TCDD tracks again.
| | Line 1 |
|---|
| opening year (revenue service) | 25 August 2000 |
| type | Light rail |
| route length | 11,6 km |
| number of stations | 10 |
| Station platform length | 125m |
| Max speed | 80 km/h |
| min headway: | 2 mn |
| Traction power supply | 750V DC, 3rd rail |
| Manufacturer | Adtranz |
| rolling stock | 3 cars set (*) |
(*) each car has 6 axles and is articulated. The outer bogies are powered by DC motors
- Car power: 300 KW (150 KW per bogie)
- Driving Control: GTO thyristors
- 4 double sliding door per car, pneumatically operated.
- Car capacity: 44 seats + 140 standing (at 4 / m2)
- Quantity: 30 cars
- Train configuration is Motor / Driving + Motor + Motor Driving
