Hong Kong West Rail Heavy Rail Line, China
Key Data:
Operator
Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation
Date Opened
2003
Route Length
30.3km
New Stations
Nine
Maximum Line Speed
130km/h (80mph)
Gauge
1,435mm
Number of Staff
410 (August 1998)
1,500 expected (2003)
Power
25kV ac overhead
Extensions planned:
Northern and southern extensions to link with rail system
Rolling Stock:
Number of Vehicles
154, 22 seven-car units
Capacity
335 passengers/car
Special Characteristics:
Densely populated area served by e xtensive use of elevated and underground sections
Noise reduction measures to minimise environmental impact
Each station has interchange with local bus services
Four interchanges with light rail system, two with mass transit railway
Ten potential major property development sites identified along route
First phase to include longest tunnel in Hong Kong, 5.5km Tai Lam tunnel
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