RCF Kapurthala on Wednesday rolled out the First Rake of 15 AC three-tier Economy Class Coaches.
The main features and improved facilities provided are as follows:
- Increased capacity of 83 berths as against 72 berths of AC three-tier coach.
- Provided with one disabled-friendly toilet.
- AC ducting has been redesigned to provide individual AC vents for each berth.
- The improved and modular design of seats & berths, foldable snack tables & water holders.
- Individual reading lights, mobile charging points with USB ports.
- Improved fire safety furnishing compliant to EN 45545-2 HL3 standard.
It may be recalled that subject to operational feasibility, traffic pattern & availability of Rolling Stock, induction of economy class coaches are being undertaken over Indian railways.
As of March 2022, 65 economy class coaches have been inducted over Indian Railways.