Unveiling the Future of High-Speed Rail: CR450 EMU Prototype Debuts at 400 km/h

A Breakthrough in Rail Technology, the CR450 EMU Sets New Standards for Speed, Safety, and Comfort

BEIJING,Dec. 30, 2024/PRNewswire/ --The CR450 electric multiple units (EMU) prototype was officially unveiled inBeijing, marking a major milestone for the CR450 Science and Technology Innovation Project. The prototype encompasses two models, the CR450AFandCR450BF, both designed and manufactured respectively by subsidiaries ofCRRC Corporation Limited("CRRC", SHA: 601766), Qingdao CRRC Sifang Rolling Stock Co., Ltd. and CRRC Changchun Railway Vehicles Co., Ltd. The models are engineered to achieve speed up to 400 km/h (approximately 249 mph), setting new standards in high-speed train technology.

 

Unveiling the Future of High-Speed Rail: CR450 EMU Prototype Debuts at 400 km/h (PRNewsfoto/CRRC Corporation Limited)

 

Unveiling the Future of High-Speed Rail: CR450 EMU Prototype Debuts at 400 km/h (PRNewsfoto/CRRC Corporation Limited)

The CR450 series lead the field with superior performance metrics, including operational speed, energy efficiency, in-cabin noise level, and braking distance. Highlights include:

  1. Increased Speed: With testing speed up to 450 km/h (280 mph) and operational speed of 400 km/h, the CR450 aims to significantly reduce travel time, offering a faster and more efficient travel experience.
  2. Advanced Safety: The trains feature shorter braking distance and enhanced stability, maintaining safety even at increased speeds.
  3. Energy Efficiency: The design reduces overall train resistance by 22% and weight by 10%, contributing to a greener footprint.
  4. Enhanced Comfort: Improvements in the comfort index, a 2-decibel reduction in cabin noise, and a 4% increase in service space ensure a more enjoyable and relaxing journey for passengers.
  5. Intelligent Technology: Comprehensive technological upgrades in areas such as train control and driving, intelligent driver interaction, safety monitoring, and passenger services ensure a smarter, more efficient, and safer travel experience for passengers and operators alike.

The CR450 EMU prototype incorporates breakthrough technologies in safe high-speed operation, reduced drag and consumption, vibration and noise control, comprehensive lightweight construction, and integrated intelligent design. The suite of innovations not only constructs a robust technological framework for 400 km/h electrical multiple units (EMUs) but also fosters comprehensive advancements in theory, technology, equipment, standards, and management practices, propelling forward the global high-speed rail technology landscape.

SOURCE CRRC Corporation Limited