Russia: The concept was developed by ART-UP STUDIO, Russia, in technical cooperation with Krasnoyarsk Machine-building Components, KMK.
The latter focuses on interior solutions, most of which are supplied to PK Transport Systems. a tram manufacturer. The rendering of a three-car vehicle was recently unveiled at the Russian Creativity Week — Siberia forum, organised by the Siberian Institute for the Development of Creative Industries.
The concept lays a cornerstone for the technical specifications of the Krasnoyarsk metro-tram. As part of the project, the regional government announced plans to acquire 15 three-car trams in 2027.
Rendering of the metro-tram for Krasnoyarsk, side view. Source: ART-UP STUDIO
As KMK informed ROLLINGSTOCK, the concept combines both tram and metro technologies, such as wide doors and an emergency exit in the driver’s cab for evacuation in tunnels and on overpasses. The design is also based on the passive safety and compliance with the metro technical regulation, TR EAEU 052/2021.