Thalys

Thalys is a European high-speed train that is technically comparable to the French TGV. It is designed for international transport between Belgium, Germany, France and the Netherlands, so is perfectly adapted for use on multiple systems.

Key data

Seats 377
Power 5,160 kW
Maximum speed 320 km/h
Total weight (empty) 383 t
Length over coupling 20,000 mm
Width 2,900 mm
Gauge 1,435 mm

Features

  • High-speed train with Jacobs bogies
  • Can be used in four countries (France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany)
  • Four power supply systems and seven train safety systems (ATB, ETCS, PZB, LZB, TVM, KVB, TBL)