X'Trapolis 2.0 trains
50 X'Trapolis 2.0 trains, and supporting upgrades to the Craigieburn Train Maintenance Facility.
Underway
New X'Trapolis 2.0 trains are now taking passengers, and progressively rolling out on the Upfield, Craigieburn, and Frankston lines. The trains are being built in regional Victoria with at least 60 per cent local content, in-line with procurement requirements for major transport projects.
How this helps passengers
These trains include new features and innovations including:
- space for around 1,225 passengers
- wider doors for easier boarding
- enhanced accessibility features, including 20 wheelchair spaces
- improved passenger information that provides more real-time journey information
- advanced air suspension systems enabling a smoother ride
- a more energy-efficient design configured for Melbourne’s rail network
- designated ‘mixed-use’ onboard spaces for bicycle and pram storage and dedicated wheelchair spaces.
Craigieburn facility upgrade
The Craigieburn Train Maintenance Facility has also been upgraded to maintain the new six-car trains, including new roof platforms and extended maintenance pits.
The upgrades have created more space for the new trains and improved train maintenance activities, which ensures the new fleet will be more reliable and support service improvements.
Read more about X'Trapolis 2.0 trains.