KISS ÖBB Cityjet
In March 2022, ÖBB signed a framework agreement for up to 186 double-decker multiple units.
The units will be used throughout Austria for local and long-distance operation (and for airport transfers between Wien Mitte and Vienna Airport). In the first call of the framework contract, 41 local transport vehicles are ordered and will be used to expand and partially replace the existing fleet. Due to the high utilisation rate of the existing fleet, the additional vehicles will be used to eliminate capacity bottlenecks. With a seating availability of 373 for the 4-car unit and 593 for the 6-car unit vehicles, the accessible two-floor multiple-unit trains are perfectly suited for transporting a large number of passengers within a very short time. The units meet all legal requirements, current specifications and TSI’s as well as the accessibility-guidelines of the Austrian Council for the disabled (ÖBR) and therefore enable people with reduced mobility to travel independently. The vehicles are equipped with power sockets and multifunctional areas, sufficient toilets as well as a modern and passenger-oriented information system.
Technical features
Technology
Interoperable vehicle according to the latest TSI
ETCS train protection system „Guardia“ Level 3
Air-conditioning system with natural refrigerant
and heat pump
Multiple unit traction of up to three multiple units
Comfort
Modern passenger information system
Barrier-free boarding (low-floor)
Spacious entrance areas for optimum passenger flow
Mobile permeable windows for better mobile reception
At least 2 standard toilet systems + 1 universal toilet system for accessibility according to TSI PRM
Personnel
Ergonomically designed driver‘s desk
Train crew cabinet with power sockets and storage facilities for personal belongings in long-distance vehicles
Height-adjustable and sprung trainer seat in every driver stand
Refrigerator for drinks and small food containers
Reliability / Availability / Maintainability / Safety
Redundant drive control, consisting of two pantographs and four powertrains with water-cooled IGBT power converters
Selective deselection of individual doors depending on platform length and driver request