South Korea: The vehicle will now undergo testing at the depot and on the single-track Yangsan Line, which is 11.4 km long and includes seven stations. The remaining eight trains ordered in 2022 are scheduled for delivery by August.
The rolling stock was developed jointly with the Korea Railroad Research Institute, KRRI, and is based on the K-AGT platform. The rubber-tyred train measures 18.2 m in length and can carry up to 104 passengers, including 28 seated.
The train is equipped with a crash energy management system and tyre puncture detection. It also features an intelligent diagnostic system that operates via LTE-R wireless communication. Windows will automatically darken when passing through residential areas.
All nine trains are expected to enter commercial service in the second half of 2026. Services will run at six-minute intervals during peak hours, with an average operating speed of 31 km/h.
