The latest ETR1000 benefits from a re-engineered traction motor and new power units, designed to deliver greater energy efficiency. Additionally, the train includes a new bogie and a new Train Control and Monitoring System developed with a full Hitachi Rail footprint. Iconic high speed platform is certified to operate at up to 360 km/h.
Giuseppe Marino, CEO of Hitachi Rail, said: "We are proud to unveil the evolution of our ETR1000 train. Over the past nine years our high-speed technology has transformed how passengers travel in Italy, and more recently in France and Spain, achieving almost 200 million km of service – the equivalent of a staggering 5.000 journeys around the world."
The new model will include an updated Executive Class offer, with an increased number of seats and additional luggage space, while still maintaining the current high standard of executive services.
Hitachi Rail is also developing designs for an ETR1000 able to run in climates subject to more challenging weather conditions including higher temperatures and monsoons. With adaptions including modified heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and filters to prevent damage associated with dust and sand, Hitachi Rail says that the ETR1000 could operate in a range of other markets including the Middle East.
