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High speed train maintenance C018 / 2304
High speed train. A Sapsan high speed train inside a maintenance building. Sapsan (Russian = Perigrine Falcon ) is a train made by Siemens in Germany. It entered service on the Moscow-St. Petersburg route in 2009. The 10-car train is 250m long with a capacity of 604 passengers and a top speed of 250 km/h. Photographed at St. Petersburg in 2012
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© RIA NOVOSTI/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
2009 Building Check German High Speed Inspection Maintaining Maintenance Mass Moscow Public Rail Railway Repair Repairing Routine Russia Russian Safety Saint Servicing Shed Siemens Train Transit Transport Transportation Checks Petersburg
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This print showcases the inner workings of a high-speed train maintenance building in St. Petersburg, Russia. The image captures a Sapsan high-speed train, manufactured by Siemens in Germany, as it undergoes routine inspection and repair. Aptly named after the Peregrine Falcon, this impressive 10-car train measures an astounding 250 meters long and can accommodate up to 604 passengers. Since its introduction on the Moscow-St. Petersburg route in 2009, the Sapsan has revolutionized public transportation in Russia with its remarkable top speed of 250 km/h. This photograph was taken in 2012 when the train was being serviced at St. Petersburg's railway facility. The image not only highlights the advanced technology behind this German-engineered marvel but also emphasizes Russia's commitment to maintaining safety and efficiency within their rail system. Inside this bustling maintenance shed, skilled technicians meticulously inspect every inch of the train to ensure it meets rigorous standards before returning to service. As we gaze upon this snapshot from RIA NOVOSTI/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, we are reminded of how crucial regular checks and repairs are for mass transit systems like these trains that connect major cities such as Moscow and St. Petersburg efficiently and reliably.
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