Kolkata Metro rolling stock


Since Kolkata Metro was constructed in 1970s, there were some technical limitations. Due to the tunnel dimensions, and being under Indian Railways, Kolkata Metro opted Indian metre gauge shell with 1676 mm Broad Gauge tracks. So the options of rake manufacturers for Kolkata Metro Line 1 is very limited. While, the Kolkata Metro Line 2, being modern, uses the 1435 mm Standard Gauge tracks.

ICF">Integral Coach Factory">ICF/BHEL">Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited">BHEL rake (1000 series)

9 rakes were manufactured by ICF, Chennai and were passed into service in the first phase when the metro initially ran from Esplanade to Bhawanipur. These trains were dark green in colour and had a yellow stripe at the bottom. Later the colour was changed to white with a dark blue stripe. Presently they are yellow with a wide brown band at the bottom. These rakes are numbed Bn
Operating fromOctober 1984 - Present
Line1
Total fleet size9
Length per coach19.5 m
Length per train156 m
Width per coach2.74 m
Maximum speed55 km/h
Average operating speed30–31 km/h
Voltage750 V DC
Electrification3rd rail
Coaches per train8
Capacity per coach300 approx.
Capacity per train2400 approx.
Total horse power of rake3036 HP
Rake Composition6 MC + 2 TC
Environment controlNon AC with forced
ventilation with washed
and cooled air
Livery

ICF">Integral Coach Factory">ICF/[NGEF] rake (2000 series)

By 1988–90, 9 more rakes manufactured by ICF were procured and put in service when the system expanded. These rakes were tougher and had higher acceleration than the previous ones. The colors of these trains were dark yellow with a maroon stripe at the bottom, later they were repainted in white with a maroon stripe and now they are white with a blue band at the bottom. In 2017–18, these were refurbished and put into service in a phased manner. The rakes are marked with 8N symbols.
Operating fromFebruary 1995 – present
Line1
Total fleet size9
Length per coach19.5 m
Length per train156 m
Width per coach2.74 m
Maximum speed80 km/h
Average operating speed30–31 km/h
Voltage750 V DC
Electrification3rd rail
Coaches per train8
Capacity per coach300 approx.
Capacity per train2400 approx.
Total horsepower of rake5221 HP
Rake Composition6 MC + 2 TC
Environment controlNon AC with forced
ventilation with washed
and cooled air
Livery and

ICF">Integral Coach Factory">ICF/[BHEL]/[Knorr-Bremse] rake (3000 series)

These are the first AC trains that were passed into service in 2010, after the elevated corridor from Mahanayak Uttam Kumar to Kavi Nazrul was completed. Later, as the last extension from Kavi Nazrul to Kavi Subhash was finished, more 3000 series rakes were introduced. These trains are manufactured by ICF in collaboration with BHEL and Knorr-Bremse, Germany. They have microprocessor controlled temperature and humidity, LCD displays inside the motorman's cabins and multilingual electronic LED sign boards both inside and outside the train. Presently there are 13 rakes, which are operating on Line 1. These rakes are numbed ACn/n+1. The rolling stocks numbers are now being changed to MR-30n as they are being gradually repainted to white and violet.
Operating fromOctober 2010 – present
Line1
Total fleet size13
Length per coach20.3 m
Length per train162.4 m
Width per coach2.74 m
Maximum speed80 km/h
Average operating speed35 km/h
Voltage750 V DC
Electrification3rd rail
Coaches per train8
Capacity per coach392
Capacity per train3136 approx.
Total horse power of rake5449 HP
Rake Composition6 MC + 2 TC
Environment controlAir conditioned
Livery ; and

ICF">Integral Coach Factory">ICF/MEDHA">Medha Servo Drives Private Limited">MEDHA rake (4000 series)

2 prototype rakes manufactured by ICF Chennai and Medha and were supplied to Kolkata Metro by September 2017. These state-of-the-art trains will be completely different from existing AC trains made by ICF BHEL/Knorr-Bremse. These will have 3 phase alternating current motors, regenerative braking, stainless steel body, CCTV cameras , and better passenger information system. 8 rakes were delivered by January 2020. But these rakes were found to be full of glitches. On April 3, 2019, the first ICF MEDHA rake ran between Noapara and New Garia, after 20 months. Gradually followed by 2 more rakes. Since rakes had glitches, the 5th one was sent back to ICF for rectification in June 2019.After the initial hiccups these trains are praised by passengers for their comfort during braking and acceleration. Metro expressed satisfaction over the performance of the rakes as these rakes are more energy efficient. These rakes are numbed MR-40n
Operating fromApril 2019 – present
Line1
Total fleet size26
Length per coach19.5 m
Length per train195 m
Width per coach2.74 m
Maximum speed90 km/h
Average operating speed60 km/h
Voltage750 V DC
Electrification3rd rail
Coaches per train8
Capacity per coach400
Capacity per train3120
Total horse power of rake3264 HP
Rake Composition2 DTC + 4 MC + 2 TC
Environment controlAir conditioned
Livery

[CRRC Dalian] rake

There was a need to replace non-AC rakes on Line 1 and so during mid 2015 it was announced that Indian Railways for the first time would rope an international train-maker, China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation based in Dalian. As per the tender, 14 new rakes composed of 8 coaches each will be supplied to Kolkata metro by CNR Dalian Locomotive company, a subsidiary of CRRC, which will be running on Line 1. These rakes will be of ultra-modern technology. They will have doors that will be 20 cm wider than any other metro rails in India. They will have wide vestibules, 2.5 feet wider than the existing trains. The design consists of the aerodynamic front with large doors and LED lights, and violet colored stripe on silver color body. These rakes are capable of a top speed of 80 km/h and an average speed of 65 km/h. The first of the 14 rakes from Chinese firm Dalian was slated to arrive by December 2017 but got delayed due to various reasons. The first rake finally arrived in Kolkata on 3 March 2019 on a vessel at Netaji Subhas Dock. Each of the 8 coaches of the rake weigh nearly 45 tonnes. The rake was unloaded and taken to Noapara carshed after which trial runs and inspection would be carried out before commencing operations. Other 13 rakes are ready, but the shipment got delayed due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Operating from–
Line1
Total fleet size14
Length per coach19.5 m
Length per train195 m
Width per coach2.74 m
Maximum speed80 km/h
Average operating speed65 km/h
Voltage750 V DC
Electrification3rd rail
Coaches per train8
Capacity per coach400
Capacity per train3200
Total horse power of rake–
Rake Composition
Environment controlAir conditioned
Livery

Line 2

[BEML] RS (3R) rake

The bidding by the Spanish company CAF for Line 2 was cancelled due to funding related problems. Re-bidding was done and BEML was given the contract for 14 rakes of 6 coaches each at a cost of 900 crore. The rakes will be microprocessor controlled with 3 phase AC motors and CBTC system. The rakes were supplied to Kolkata from 2017. They are numbered MR-60n
Operating fromFebruary 2020 – present
Line2
Total fleet size14
Length per coach124.8 m
Length per train20 m
Width per coach28.8 m
Maximum speed95 km/h
Average operating speed80 km/h
Voltage750 V DC
Electrification3rd rail
Coaches per train6
Capacity per coach344
Capacity per train2068
Total horse power of rake–
Rake Composition
Environment controlAir conditioned
Livery

MCF">Modern Coach Factory, Raebareli">MCF/[Dawonsys] rake

In 2019, Indian Railways approved the manufacturing of 500 aluminium body coaches at the Modern Coach Factory, in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh, following the Transfer of Technology from Dawonsys. A prototype of 3 coaches will be received by MCF, and the rest will be built here. These will have a top speed of 100 km/h and life span of 40 years.