Talgo, the leading Spanish Railway company started in May 1941, has businesses almost all around the world. Head-quartered in Madrid, Spain, the Talgo is all set to make a debut in India. Fasten your seatbelts passengers; soon you can enjoy the luxurious fast rides of Talgo running between Delhi and Mumbai.
A higher official said, “If the trial runs are successful, the railways may procure these trains through global tender. The actual purchase cost could be even less than what it costs now, Light weight Talgo coaches are extremely energy efficient. In a standard comparison, Talgo trains can consume 30 per cent less energy than any other train in the market. This reduction in energy consumption consequently contributes to a considerable saving in operating costs.”
Well, there are some interesting facts that you must know about Talgo:
- Talgo 250 was the first ever high speed train to run in Asia.
- Talgo trains are capable enough of reducing railways’ energy bill upto 30%
- Even at an outside temperature of 50 degrees, these trains are capable of pleasing the inner temperature with smart technology
- For every individual seat, facilities like foot rest, audio entertainment control, tables and reading lights etc are provided in Talgo trains.
- Also, Talgo trains are lighter in weight and thus can run 30% faster compared to running Indian trains.
