The first batch of hydrogen-powered smart trains, manufactured by CRRC Zhuzhou Electric Locomotive Research Institute Company Limited, have been delivered to Kuching City, Malaysia. The trains are part of the rolling stock for the proposed 69.9-km-long autonomous rail transit (ART) system. A total of 38 units have been ordered for use on three lines of the ART.
The trains are set to undergo a 3-month trial operation.
The train sets feature a hydrogen-powered propulsion system and a 70 MPa hydrogen storage system. Compared to their electric counterparts, these offer longer range, shorter refuelling time, and lower carbon emissions. The vehicles can travel up to 245 km on a full tank.
