Another C-series train has rolled into passenger service on the Mandurah and Yanchep lines as part of the METRONET WA Railcar Program.

Expected to move more than 103,000 people daily along the lines as safely, efficiently, and as smoothly as possible, the latest C-series train is the fourth of 41 that will join Perth’s rail network.

What’s even better? These trains are made right here in Western Australia, with over 50 per cent of the materials locally sourced. More than 15 local businesses are working with Alstom to supply key parts like passenger seats, air conditioning units, cable trays and more.

Taking comfort to the next level, the C-series trains feature higher-backed seats, upgraded displays and USB ports under select seats. Here are a few fun facts about the new trains:

• Each C-series train has six railcars, 400 seats and can carry more than 1,000 passengers
• Each C-series railcar has two more doors than the B-series (and each entry door is 40cm wider) so passengers can embark and disembark faster
• Each railcar has three information screens compared to two on the B-series
• 41 new C-series trains (246 railcars) will be manufactured locally in Bellevue. 

Read more on the METRONET WA Railcar Program here.