Unmanned passenger train on tracks in Moscow

Lastochka train in Moscow, source: Russian Railways (RZD)

The first automated passenger train was rolled out on the Moscow Central Circle, a railway line that encompasses the city. Russian Railways (RZD) plans to perform a series of tests with obstacles. It is expected that the unmanned trains will start to carry passengers in 2021.

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Author: Mykola Zasiadko

Mykola Zasiadko was editor of online trade magazines RailTech.com and RailFreight.com.

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Unmanned passenger train on tracks in Moscow

Lastochka train in Moscow, source: Russian Railways (RZD)

The first automated passenger train was rolled out on the Moscow Central Circle, a railway line that encompasses the city. Russian Railways (RZD) plans to perform a series of tests with obstacles. It is expected that the unmanned trains will start to carry passengers in 2021.

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Author: Mykola Zasiadko

Mykola Zasiadko was editor of online trade magazines RailTech.com and RailFreight.com.

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