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Stadler unveils FLIRT train for Valle d’Aosta
Zipping at 160 km/h, the new trains feature 215 seats, standing room for 200+, A/C, and 230V/USB outlets for a comfortable ride.
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With more than 2,800 units sold worldwide since their debut in 2002, Stadler’s FLIRT trains have become a proven symbol of innovation and reliability, operating in 21 countries from the Arctic Circle to North Africa. The new vehicles for Valle d’Aosta represent a significant new highlight in this success story.
The collaboration between Valle d’Aosta and Stadler began in 2015 with the purchase of five bimodal FLIRT vehicles, the first of their kind approved for operation in Italy, and Stadler's first bimodal vehicles. These distinctive red trains entered service in 2019 on the Aosta–Turin line and quickly became a recognizable symbol of the region.
Building on this foundation, Valle d’Aosta has ordered six additional electric FLIRT trains, financed in part by the EU Recovery Fund. These vehicles are designed to mirror the bimodal units for easy recognition, while offering greater capacity - 236 instead of 175 seats, improved sustainability thanks to fully electric solution, and new passenger-friendly features.
Inside, travelers will find modern, comfortable interiors with 215 seats, additional folding seats, and standing room for more than 200 passengers. Passenger amenities include 230V and USB power outlets, air-conditioned cabins, and two restrooms.
FLIRT Valle d’Aosta – a symbol of the region
The new Valle d’Aosta FLIRT trains are four-car, 3kV electric multiple units (EMU) designed and built in just over two years. Based on the proven modular FLIRT platform and adapted from the original bimodal trains, they feature lightweight aluminum car bodies with a reduced axle load for improved efficiency and full network compatibility. With four wide low-floor doors on each side, the trains ensure fast passenger flow and easy, barrier-free boarding. The new trains reach a maximum speed of 160 km/h, delivering a state-of-the-art travel experience for the Valle d’Aosta region.
www.stadlerrail.com
The collaboration between Valle d’Aosta and Stadler began in 2015 with the purchase of five bimodal FLIRT vehicles, the first of their kind approved for operation in Italy, and Stadler's first bimodal vehicles. These distinctive red trains entered service in 2019 on the Aosta–Turin line and quickly became a recognizable symbol of the region.
Building on this foundation, Valle d’Aosta has ordered six additional electric FLIRT trains, financed in part by the EU Recovery Fund. These vehicles are designed to mirror the bimodal units for easy recognition, while offering greater capacity - 236 instead of 175 seats, improved sustainability thanks to fully electric solution, and new passenger-friendly features.
Inside, travelers will find modern, comfortable interiors with 215 seats, additional folding seats, and standing room for more than 200 passengers. Passenger amenities include 230V and USB power outlets, air-conditioned cabins, and two restrooms.
FLIRT Valle d’Aosta – a symbol of the region
The new Valle d’Aosta FLIRT trains are four-car, 3kV electric multiple units (EMU) designed and built in just over two years. Based on the proven modular FLIRT platform and adapted from the original bimodal trains, they feature lightweight aluminum car bodies with a reduced axle load for improved efficiency and full network compatibility. With four wide low-floor doors on each side, the trains ensure fast passenger flow and easy, barrier-free boarding. The new trains reach a maximum speed of 160 km/h, delivering a state-of-the-art travel experience for the Valle d’Aosta region.
www.stadlerrail.com
