thaitransit
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NSW Trainlink has ordered CAF branded bi modal rollingstock to replace there entire existing fleet. Despite 90% of the lines they operate on be non electrified and very unlikely to ever be.
I have read that the UK has a number of trains operating that were produced by CAF.
What I would like to know has there been any major issues or design faults affecting them?
Things such as service reliability ie do they break down often?
Very importantly is the aircon cold and has good airflow on these CAF?
Do they handle extreme heat well especially 45 C degree plus conditions?
What are they like ride comfort wise especially at speed on rough tracks?
What is the onboard comfort like on the UK sets. Is the 1st class seating comfortable and do they have a large buffet area?
These NSW Trainlink CAF trains will be used on long distance services with one way travel times of upto 15 hours with fairly long distances between stations.
Finally as UK user of these CAF trains would you recommend them?
I have read that the UK has a number of trains operating that were produced by CAF.
What I would like to know has there been any major issues or design faults affecting them?
Things such as service reliability ie do they break down often?
Very importantly is the aircon cold and has good airflow on these CAF?
Do they handle extreme heat well especially 45 C degree plus conditions?
What are they like ride comfort wise especially at speed on rough tracks?
What is the onboard comfort like on the UK sets. Is the 1st class seating comfortable and do they have a large buffet area?
These NSW Trainlink CAF trains will be used on long distance services with one way travel times of upto 15 hours with fairly long distances between stations.
Finally as UK user of these CAF trains would you recommend them?