"Sapsan" is an ultra-speed train produced by Siemens, driven by electricity. It was purchased by the Joint-Stock Company "Russian Railways" for the implementation of high-speed transportation of passengers in the territory of the Russian Federation. The train received its name by Sokol-Sapsana.
The history of "Sapsana" in Russia begins with the Treaty on the joint development and production of a series of 60 trains based on Intercity-Express, which was signed on 04/11/2005. The Russian President Vladimir Putin and German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder took part in this event. The amount under the contract amounted to 1.5 billion euros, and the production was planned to be placed in Russia. This type of train according to the technical task was to develop a speed of at least 300 km / h.
However, these plans were not destined to come true. After changing the leadership of Russian Railways and coming to power in the company Vladimir Yakunin, significant adjustments were made to the contract. Thus, the number of trained trains decreased to 8 units, and the amount of the contract is up to 600 million euros. According to the new conditions, trains should be engaged exclusively to the German company, and its implementation and delivery to the customer should have happened until the end of 2010. In addition, it was envisaged service maintenance Trains up to 30 years or mileage up to 14 million kilometers.
Train data were planned to replace on railway highways of outdated high-speed ER-200 locomotives, which were in operation from the 80s of the last century.
According to the terms of the contract signed by Russian and German enterprises, the delivery of trains of 2 types was planned:
Single-system trains with a voltage of 3 kV DC (version B1), which were supposed to be used on the railway line between and St. Petersburg and Moscow;
Two-system trains (having dual power) with a voltage of the 3KV of direct current and with a voltage of 25 kV alternating current (B2 version), which was supposed to be put into directions of St. Petersburg - Moscow - Nizhny Novgorod.
To create these railway branches, Japanese metallurgists (the company "Nippon Steel") put Russian rails with a total weight of more than 20 thousand tons.
In fact, the Sapsan train is upgraded and adapted by the Customer the train of the standard platform "Velaro" produced by Siemens. A certain additions were made to the design. Thus, operating temperatures for "Sapsana" were significantly expanded, and now it can function in conditions of up to -50 ° C. In addition, the width of the wagons was also increased by 0.3 m, which was primarily due to the greater than in Europe wide railway ross used in the Russian Federation.
"Sapsan" is very fast. It is capable of transporting passengers at a speed of 350 km / h, but in Russia its speed is artificially limited to 250 km / h. In the future, in some sections of Russian Railways it is planned to allow the composition to move at a speed of 330 km / h. As part of 10 cars that accommodate 554 passengers and their luggage. Wagons are made of aluminum.
In July 2009, its first flight between St. Petersburg and Moscow "Sapsan" carried out in July 2009, and already since December of this year he began to produce regular transportation.
The story of "Sapsana" has only one decade, but during this time these trains have already managed to establish themselves. Appreciation their quality, Russian Railways in December 2011 concluded a new agreement for the delivery of another 8 trains "Sapsan" (Velaro Rus) with the company Siemens. The cost of the contract, which includes trains and their maintenance, amounted to 600 million euros.
The first train in a new contract was raised by the Russian Railway on December 3, 2013. By August 2014, 12 composites "Sapsan" carried out passenger traffic on the territory of Russia.
"Sapsan" is a modern high-speed electric train production of the German company Siemens. "Russian Railways" was acquired and began to be operated in 2009. Such a name was given a train in Russia, and in the original source the name sounds like Velaro Rus. It is possible to mention something that "Sapsan" during his service is advocated to create a blog and pages on Twitter.
How did the name of the train "Sapsan"
Named the train was in honor of Sokol-Sapsana: hunting, it can develop speed up to 322 km / h. Even for the Family Family, this is a big rarity. This name is not suitable for the fastest train of Russia.
Specifications
Sapsan has a number of differences from other trains of the Velaro family:
- air intakes made on the roof;
- can work at ultra-low temperature;
- salon is a volume of its European analogue by 30 m.
Length "Sapsana" is 250 m, the number of cars 10.
The wagons are perfectly air conditioned, and the passages are wide and when the crush is not created. In the train, excellent noise insulation - this means that nothing will hurt the rest of the passengers in comfortable chairs.
Maximum Speed \u200b\u200b"Sapsana"
Maximum speed that Sapsan can develop, 350 km / h. Moreover, the allowable high-speed indicator on the railways of Russia is 200 km / h. And only on the Mysty bridge is allowed to increase the speed of up to 250 km / h. The Moscow-Nizhny Novgorod route, from Petushkov to Vyazniki station, only up to 160 km / h is allowed. On the day of "Sapsan" makes 6 flights there and back.
Duration of the trip
Flights from Moscow-Saint Petersburg Train Sapsan is held from 3 hours 40 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes. It all depends on the number of stops on the way. The length of the route Moscow-Nizhny Novgorod takes 3 hours 55 minutes.
Differences of economy and business class
At first, it is necessary to focus on the price indicator. The cost of the ticket in the economy class varies in the range of 2,406 - 3,600 rubles, and the ride in the business class will cost an order of magnitude more expensive - 4,750 - 6,680 rubles.
Service listprovided by business class passengers and differences with economy class;
- The business class provides absolutely free Wi-Fi, while the passengers of the economyractus will have to pay for it.
- Each seat in the business class is equipped with a socket, and only two on the entire car can be content with the economy-class.
- For a business class A number of services are provided: fresh press, hygienic set, hot lunch, one portion of alcohol, tea, fresh coffee, many drinks, various toys and entertainment for children. In economy class, all this is missing.
Incidents during the operation of the Sapsan train
Sapsan is able to develop a huge speed and, of course, accidents occurred. No wonder in some media it was nicknamed white death. Some of the main causes of the incidents were the lack of transitions through railway tracks and high speed. Because of silent movement, compared with other trains, pedestrians could not always notice his approach in time.
But in many cases, the reason for the usual human inattention and violation of the rules of intersection of paths. For the first year of the train, about 20 people died. Even taking into account the measures taken in 2010-2011. What included: construction of fences along the railway taps, equipping the flooring with special signal equipment, patrolling the protection of dangerous sites. To date, the percentage of accidents is extremely great.
What is the bistro car?
Despite the shortness of the trip, many passengers can get hungry. It was for this purpose that a bistro car was created. It is located in the center of the train, in the car number 5. Here you can fully relax and relax for a cup of tea or coffee, take into small numbers alcoholic and soft drinks. And also, for easy snack, there are various hot dishes, snacks and desserts. Fans trapes under admonish beautiful paintings, you can accommodate closer to the window. The car is equipped with ten tables near the window each. If you do not intend to linger and come just a snack, then for there are two bar racks.
Passengers with health problems or simply not wanting to leave their places, can always ask for employees of Sapsan to buy and bring them food or drinks.
The main advantage of high-speed express Sapsan for passengers are: speed, silent and comfort. Despite the large indicator of tragic cases associated with its movement, it is at the peak of popularity. In general, we can say that high-speed train "Sapsan" is one of the fastest and most convenient options for moving from one city to another.
Saapsan or Velaro Rus trains are designed on the basis of the VELARO platform of the German concern "Siemens". Trains, designed for the Russian railway, have structural differences - the air intakes are made on the roof, the salon is wider than 30 cm, due to the wider railway ross, the ability to operate at the air temperature to minus 50 degrees. Maximum construction speed - 350 km / h. Motion speed by russian roads - up to 250 km / h.
This train is designed to run on the route Moscow - St. Petersburg. This distance he overcomes for 3 hours 45 minutes.
The contract between Russian Railways and Siemens concern was signed in May 2006. Under the terms of the contract, the concern "Siemens" must supply 8 compositions of the "Sapsan" electric train until the end of 2010.
Single-system power trains of DC series EVC1 are designed for operation on the line Moscow - St. Petersburg with a maximum speed of 250 km / h. For operation on the line Moscow - Nizhny Novgorod provides a supply of 4 electric trains in a two-system version of the EVS2 series.
For the conditions of Russia, the VELARO train concept was seriously finalized, while the recommendations of Russian specialists were taken into account, based on the 20-year experience of expressing ER200 electric trains and trains Nevsky Express with EFC electric locomotives.
When choosing used components, layout and configuration of the system, the operating temperature range was essential influence: -40 ... + 40 ° C. All body fasteners, steel grade, rubber and plastic components are designed for the temperature range to -50 ° C.
To protect against snow and ice, deflectors are installed on the underground space. For the separation of a short-term aircill, a short-stroke pneumatic cylinders are installed in the lowered state. Air intake for cooling traction units is carried out with the side of the roof of the car.
On the electrobe station installed CA-3 autospots.
Ensuring electromagnetic compatibility requirements with sCB devices, Communication with Russian standards was also not a simple task. Therefore, from the technical side, the electric train "Sapsan" have little in common with electric trains ICE3 / Velaro
The main parameters of the electric trains of the ICE3 / Velaro family
| Project | ICE3 | Velaro E. | Velaro CN. | EVS1, EVS2. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country Operation | Germany | Spain | China | Russia |
| Start of operation | 2000 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 |
| The number of trains (beginning of 2010) | 63 | 16+10 | 60+100 | 4+4 |
| Rod Toka | 15 kV 16.7 Hz | 25 sq. 50 Hz | 25 sq. 50 Hz | 3KV 3 kV / 25 kV 50 Hz |
| Construction speed, km / h | 330 | 350 | 300 | 250 |
| Operating temperature range, c | -20..+50 | -20..+50 | -20..+50 | -40..+40 |
| King width, mm | 1435 | 1435 | 1435 | 1520 |
| The number of cars in the train | 8 | 8 | 8 | 10 |
| Managing connected trains | 2 | 2 | 2 | No |
| Number of places | 415 | 404 | 601 | 604 |
| Body width, mm | 2950 | 2950 | 3265 | 3265 |
| True power on rim wheel, kW | 8000 | 8800 | 8800 | 8000 |
| Length of the train, m | 200 | 200 | 200 | 250 |
| Standard platform height, mm | 550 | 550 | 600 | 1300 |
On May 2, 2009, the speed of 280 km / h was reached. Electric trains passed control mileage of 5000 km. The minimum time of the route Moscow - Sank Petersburg - 3 hours and 18 minutes.
The running tests were carried out with the participation of the centers of VNIIIT, VNIIIGG, VINICTI, NIIAS and Velnia. All Russian tests were duplicated by the German Party, which confirmed the data obtained. All discovered disadvantages were eliminated by Siemens Concern specialists.
At the end of the roof of each car there is a climatic installation. Cool air comes from the ceiling and floor, and the heated air is from the side of the side walls and the floor. The heating system can operate directly from the contact network.
Intercoms are available in every car, as well as in the cabins of the driver and coupe of the train. Passengers have the opportunity to call the conductor from its place.
The train is integrated into the system of safety of the club-U and technological three-band radio system at frequencies of 2 MHz, 160 MHz and 460 MHz. In the coupe of the train - at 160 MHz and 460 MHz.
In carriages with converters, oil-free pneumatic compressors are located, designed to supply brake systems, pneumaming of carts, door control, microclimate, current collectors, tipon, wiper and other systems.
All traction components of the electric train are distributed over all ten cars. The traction block includes a traction converter, with a drive control unit, output for converters of own needs and four traction electric motors connected parallel to the carrier beams of motor carriages. The calculated power of a well-barped three-phase asynchronous traction electric motor with a short-circuited rotor is 510 kW.
A rowable brake is used with a capacity of 3600 kW wheels. Brake resistances are located on the roof of the car with rechargeable batteries. For each traction converter - brake resistance. Auxiliary electrical equipment is eaten from intermediate contours of the traction converter.
Each PSN has an output power of 160 kVA. Total train power 960 kVA.
Layout scheme of wagons
- Upper - single-system direct current of 3 kV voltage (version B1)
- Nizhny - two-system train on a constant current with a voltage of 3 kV and on alternating current with a voltage of 25-27 kV 50 Hz (version B2)
- GBT - head carriage, business class, traction.
- DT - throttle, tourist class, trailed.
- T is a tourist class, trailed.
- The TTP is a tourist class, with a transformer for alternating current, trailed.
- TT - Tourist class, traction
- Ta - tourist class, rechargeable, trailed.
- Tab is a tourist class, rechargeable, with a bistro (restaurant) trailed.
Electric train Sapsan has 554 seating and consists of 10 wagons:
- 2 business class car (wagon 1 and car 2);
- 7 wagons of economy class (wagons 3,4,6,7,8,9,10);
- 1 bistro car (car 5).
The train "Sapsan" train is equipped with special disabled equipment (wheelchair and special toilet).
Wagon schemes and location of the places of the train "Sapsan"
Car 1 (business class)
Wagon 2 (business class)
Car 3 (economy class)
Car 4 (economy class)
Wagon 6 (economy class with disabled places)
Car 7 (economy class)
Car 8 (economy class)
Car 9 (economy class)
Car 10 (economy class)
On November 21, 2008, the first "Sapsan" arrived in the Motorwagon Depot of St. Petersburg (TC-10).
From December 2009, the first trains "Sapsan" began to run on the routes Moscow - St. Petersburg and St. Petersburg - Moscow three times a day.
What is Sapsan? Many immediately correct: nothing, and who, they say, this is a bird. Predatory, firmity of falcons and hawks. And they will be wrong, because in the article speech will go About a fundamentally new high-speed train. More precisely, the electric train is the most recent generation. He goes on the route St. Petersburg - Moscow, and for quite a long time it pleases its passengers not only by the highest level of comfort, but also the delivery rate to item. Sapsan is worth talking about especially.
Little from the birth story of Sapsana
In 2009 An advertisement for the launch of new transport appeared on the Russian Railways website. Then the Sapsan route was assumed only from Peter to Moscow, and the first flights were a kind of experiment.
Started still in 2005, when the President of the Russian Federation V.V. Putin and the exister by chancellor of Germany Gerhart Schröder personally monitored the signing between the heads of our railway and the German company Siemens Agreement on joint development and further production of fundamentally new high-speed trains on electric traction. Initially it was assumed that 60 cars will produce in Russia. But after the Russian Railway leadership changed, the number of future Sapsans was cut to 8. The place of release was changed.
The initial route designed for the fastest movement of St. Petersburg Moscow, then it was assumed to significantly expand. According to the project, the same electric trains were to introduce to Nizhny Novgorod, Kazan, Samara, and then - on the lines of communication between Novosibirsk, Omsk and Krasnoyarsk. Much remains in the plans.
For the first time, modern handsome man went to the flight at the end of 2009, December 17th. It was a trial launch, and he justified himself. The route still remains commercial, but the demand for him does not fade. Already from December 18 of the same year, a ticket to Sapsan could acquire anyone, the movement became regular.
At first there were only 3 trains. Surely passengers often drive between the capitals, remember their numbers: 151/152, 155/156, 165/166. From April 2010, the number of cars increased by 2 more (159/160, 161/162).
Tickets for the train Sapsan diverged very quickly, even though their price is about 2 times higher than on the usual one. That is why it was decided to expand the routes, and appeared speed \u200b\u200belectric trainsrequested between Moscow and Nizhny Novgorod, as well as between St. Petersburg, Moscow and Nizhny Novgorod (they were then removed).
Important! Now the numbering has changed, and all the Sapsans received rooms starting from 700!
Today, regularly on the route Moscow - St. Petersburg and back 7 Sapsans, but there are also additional trains. All of them are perfectly coped with the task, hitting the passengers not only with high comfort, but also almost silent, smooth walking. Here you will not hear the usual "Chuh-Chuh" of the wheels, do not shake from an unexpected push. You can buy a ticket for Sapsan both on the Internet and directly at the checkout. When buying, consider some subtleties. The cost of tickets depends on the season, on which class of the car you will prefer and still from a number of factors. But about them just below.
Sapsan is the most comfortable transport that will deliver you from Peter to Moscow for a very short time (about 4 hours, which is more than 2 times faster than the usual train). It is designed for different service classes, but regardless of whether you select a business car or simple, the service will be at a high level.
Like any other, the Saapsan train has a restaurant car. However, it is not necessary to visit it. Even in the economy class you will definitely offer something to eat or eat thoroughly. And although the food is served about the same way as on the plane, it is not free. In Sapsan, they feed, but for the order you have to pay, and the amounts are quite significant (for example, a cup of coffee and a small cupcake will cost approximately 150 rubles). Therefore, if children go with you, and I don't really want to pay for food, it is advisable to take something with you.
What does Sapsan differ from other trains?
What makes this car with a beautiful bird name so popular?
Well, let's try to decompose everything around the shelves. Just like the luggage of passengers who use the services of this electric train.
- Speed. In fact, faster than on this miracle of modern technology you will get from the Northern Capital to the official (or vice versa). Time in the way will be not more than 4 hours. And thanks to modern noise reduction, the wagons are very quiet and do not need to strain and scream when talking.
- Service. Service classes on Sapsan are no different from all others: business class, economy class and tourist. Of course, there are differences, but comfortable in any of them. The service fully complies with the European standard, and we describe the wagons in more detail just below.
- Discounts and promotions. Unlike ordinary trains, this handsome man does not provide many opportunities to buy cheap tickets to Sapsan. But there are still some options. You can get a discount if you purchase tickets for Sapsan and back. There is also a pass. It is beneficial for those who regularly travel from Moscow to Peter or vice versa.
Let us stay more in more detail on the wagons. Already at first glance it becomes clear that the train is modern. Outwardly, it looks like a racing car: rounded, aspiring forward, white and Russian tricolor. The car inside is no worse. It raises an association with a plane: spacious, the same armchairs with folding backs. And yet, there are significant differences.
- Economy wagons. Pretty spacious, decorated in a pleasant blue-white gamma. In each row - 4 chairs located in pairs, between which a wide passage. Places in Sapsan are quite comfortable, but stretch your legs will not work. In the first two rows there is an opportunity to go alone: \u200b\u200bit will show in detail the wagon scheme. The chairs are covered with wedroom material, in the cabin is very soft, non-eye lighting. All Sapsans have small TVs, there are several of them, so it will be convenient to watch each passenger. There is another feature. You will not hear sound from the screen, but headphones are inserted into the armrests. Their cost is already included in the ticket. And, as in the plane, the backrest in front of the standing chair can easily transform into a table. In her pocket a variety of printed products. The level of comfort complies with European, so it is advisable to book a ticket to Sapsan in advance. It is best to do this on the Internet, on the site that supports the Russian railway. There you can always find out the timetable schedule, as well as the cost of the ticket for Sapsan.
- Business class cars. Everything is different here. The most important difference is less people. It is understandable: Tickets for Express and are not cheap, and the business class is much more expensive. The width chairs are not particularly different. But the finishing material is another - artificial leather. For someone it may seem more inconvenience: Sliply, there is a probability of climbing. But there is a big plus: free food. If in economy you have to buy everything that offers a menu, then the price of the dishes is already included. You can order a ticket to Sapsan to the business class and the day before departure, they are almost always.
- Tourist cars (Service class 2 s). These are ordinary cars with seating places. They go without additional servicesFood is not provided. If you choose this option, then tickets to Moscow, as well as back, will cost much cheaper. In any case, the Sapsan's trip is the fastest and most comfortable choice, even if the power and additional service is not included.
At all, speed \u200b\u200btrain Sapsan is not in vain wearing the proud name of the fastest bird of prey. It accelerates to 230 km / h. The station, from which the car goes in St. Petersburg - Moscow.
Stop Station:
- Mihoy;
- Oculovka;
- Corner;
- Halo;
- Vyshny Volochek;
- Tver;
- Moscow (Leningrad Station)
You can travel not only by the traditional route from one capital to another, but also, for example, before the Vyshchka or Tver. Tariffs must be found at the checkout, or online. Through the Internet it makes sense to see the location of the wagons and best options places for you. This information is always on the site.
Special places for special travelers
Speed \u200b\u200bSapsan is designed for the most different categories Passengers. For example, in the wagons 10 (20) the design provides increased comfort. Traceals can purchase those who appreciate personal space and do not like closeness.
In wagons like "Economic +" more sockets for recharging mobile phones than in conventional (also 10, 20 wagons in dual compositions). In 6 (16) wagons there are places for passengers with limited features. It is equipped with special ramps and has wider passages, as well as very reliable modern wipers for wheelchairs. The toilet contains a table for the swelping of young children, which can be very useful for families with babies.
There are a bistro car (5, 15), as well as a native coupe (1, 11)
Sapsan and children
Small passengers are a special category of citizens about which train developers took care of additionally. Children's ticket to Sapsan comes with significant discounts up to 5 years of age accompanied by. In the car 10 (20) there is a separate place for an adult under the age of the year, there is a retractable changing table.
Promotions and benefits for children, as in conventional trains. You can place a ticket to the children's zone on Sapsan's specialized stations, as well as in the central office of Russian Railways. The possibility of transporting children aged 10 to 14 years without accompaniment. True, it is possible only for Sapsanov St. Petersburg - Moscow - St. Petersburg.
Each child is given a small plaid and age printed products. Check availability of tickets Sapsan, you can order and buy them you can on specialized Internet resources. Transportation is carried out daily. Landing is made from Perrons intended for this train.
Most important question: Price
It's time to talk about prices for Sapsan. "Bird" is not cheap, but it is deserved. The time on the way will be about 4 hours, and if you choose, for example, the Tver - St. Petersburg route, whose schedule can be seen on the Internet, then even faster.
Departure from Moscow begins in 5.40 and is carried out until 19.40. Trains from Peter are departed at about the same time, towards Moscow. If you want to know from which station they leave, then in Moscow it is Leningrad, in St. Petersburg - Moscow. Sapsan train schedule for Moscow:
- 5.40 (752),
- 7.30 (754),
- 7.40 (dual composition, 756),
- 9.30 (758),
- 9.40 (760),
- 15.30 (770),
- 15.40 (772),
- 19.30 (778),
- 19.40 (dual composition, 780).
For St. Petersburg:
- 5.30 (751),
- 7.00 (753),
- 7.10 (dual composition, 755),
- 13.00 (765),
- 13.10 (767),
- 15.00 (769),
- 15.10 (771),
- 19.00 (dual composition, 777),
- 19.10 (779).
Well, now, when you know, from the station in Moscow, Sapsan is sent, what types of wagons and service classes in it are, and also, at what station arrives Sapsan, you can go to the most important issue. It will be cost and discounts.
How much is a ticket for Sapsan?
The amount depends on many factors: season, season, filling and type of wagons, tariffing. On average, the ticket price to Moscow begins on:
- 472r (for a child up to 10 years)
- 1032R (per pensioner from 60 years),
- 1935r (for an adult on two adjacent chairs),
- 1161r (back-trip).
These are special rates. An ordinary adult ticket will cost about 7000r. Now you know how much Sapsan costs to Peter or back (the value is the same).
Before intermediate stations will be cheaper. The cost of Sapsana to Tver is approximately 3000, if you go from Moscow, and from Peter - approximately 5500.
There are additional bonuses. Electronic map. Sapsan
Allows you to pay with significant discounts. There is a special travel, drawn up for a month. You can find out in detail in the checks of the train stations.
The train is popular. The train is comfortable and practically silent. Therefore, in the presence of ordinary routes between the capitals (which on average take about 10 hours), there are practically no discounts on the Sapsan. For convenience and speed will have to pay.
A cabin can be located both in the head of the composition and in the tail, it depends on the formation. The location map of places and cars is provided on the Internet, so you can always choose the desired one. The train has high characteristics of both maintenance and movement. This he deserved folk love.
Arrival in Moscow is carried out about 4 hours after the start of the path (and vice versa). The train comes to Leningradsky railway station, reaching Paveletsky, you can transfer to Aeroexpress to Domodedovo, if necessary.
Everything you need can be found about the Sapsan online. This is a modern choice for those who want to get into the right capital faster and more comfortable. The train fully justifies its proud name - Sapsan!
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What is this: a predatory bird from a family of falcon and ultra-speed train connecting the capital of our country with a foggy peter? Of course, we are talking about "Sapsan", which since 2009 runs between the first and northern capital.
Speeds that Sapsan's compositions develop may envy many European trains as no wonder: the authorship of the predatory railway bird belongs to the famous Siemens company. Yes, and the name of the name itself also becomes clear, because Sapsan is the fastest bird in the world.
"Sapsan" is able to develop speed up to 350 km / h, however, due to the rules and safety equipment, so far to move on Russian railways Faster 250 km / h is not allowed. In the future, it is planned to increase the speed in some areas to a distance of 330 km / h. And, by the way, despite its European origin, the Sapsan is sharpened exclusively to Russia. For example, the train is able to operate at temperatures up to -50 ° C, and its salon is wider by 30 cm. What, of course, is associated with a wider railway ross.
As a rule, all "Sapsans" consist of 10 wagons capable of accommodating 506 passengers. (Although recently, dual trains are increasingly running between Peter and Moscow.) Traditionally "Sapsan" includes one first class car, one business class car, 7 wagons economy and one bistro car.
Thanks to modern noise-insulating materials, as well as soft flooring, these trains, alas, will not give up to lovers of railway romance languid minutes alone with "Pooy-Tychy": inside the composition very quiet.
But let's talk more about the actual place of the passenger placement - then you mean his chair. All of them have adjustable backs, leg supports, reading lamp, folding tables and armrests. The first and business class can boast leather upholstery, in economy - fabric, no less comfortable, by the way. Around - pleasant pastel tones of walls and panoramic windows with sunscreen curtains. Draw in winter patterns on the dwarf glass will not be possible: they are specially heated with circulating warm air. But in the summer, no one will die from the stuff - the comfortable climate in the wagons is maintained using an electronic climatic system. In the summer and winter, the temperature is kept in the area of \u200b\u200bthe mark of +22 ° C.
You can place your things both over the seat, where the luggage shelf is located for small bags and in a special luggage compartment, which is every car. Of the additional chips: the apparatus for cleaning shoes in 3 cars, a changing table in the 6th car toilet and a toilet for passengers with limited mobility In the middle of the train. And, of course, the bistro car, which is located in the central part of the train. Here you can have a snack standing at a bar or sit down for one of the 10 tables.
"Sapsan" performs seven daily flights from Moscow to St. Petersburg and back. The fare depends on the time of year, seasonality and the class of travel.
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