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What is difference between first AC and second AC in train?
The First Class AC doesn’t have the side berths. Pillows, sheets and blankets are still complimentary. Second Class AC (2AC) is usually a good compromise between amenities and cost. This coach only has 4 berths in the each coupe and the coach has 48 berths in total.
How many coaches are there in AC train?
Indian railway uses the two types of coaches, first one is ICF (Integral Coach Factory) and second one is LHB (Linke Hofmann Busch) coaches.
What is the history of LHB coaches in Indian Railways?
The first such rake was introduced for Mumbai-New Delhi Rajdhani Express in December, 2003. Up to March 2011, 997 LHB coaches were produced by the RCF. All of these coaches are being used in premium trains like Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Duronto Express, superfast trains and have been offering better passenger comfort.
How many air conditioned coaches are there in Indian Railways?
They have been used since 2000 on the 5 ft 6 in ( 1,676 mm) broad gauge (1676 mm) network of Indian railways. Initially, 24 air conditioned coaches were imported from Germany for use in the Shatabdi Expresses, after which the Rail Coach Factory started manufacturing after technology transfer.
How many LHB coaches are produced by RCF?
Up to March 2011, 997 LHB coaches were produced by the RCF. All of these coaches are being used in premium trains like Rajdhani, Shatabdi, Duronto Express, superfast trains and have been offering better passenger comfort. Soon, all the Duronto trains will be equipped with LHB coaches.
How many air conditioned coaches are there in Shatabdi Express?
Initially, 24 air conditioned coaches were imported from Germany for use in the Shatabdi Expresses, after which the Rail Coach Factory started manufacturing after technology transfer. The coaches are designed for an operating speed up to 160 km/h and could go up to 200 km/h.