Poland: The train with electric and diesel traction has commenced operation on the Gorzów Wielkopolski–Witnica route.
Featuring a capacity of 229 passengers, including 84 seated, the two-car Plus 227M can reach a maximum speed of 160 km/h powered by DC catenary, and 120 km/h in diesel mode.
This is the Poznań plant’s inaugural design of multiple units, first unveiled in 2021. Two trains based on the Plus platform have been constructed so far, the two-car Plus 227M and the three-car Plus 228M2 (planned to be certified in November). Both vehicles have been purchased by Lubusz Voivodeship at a cost of PLN 73.8 mln ($17.3 mln), with over 80% co-financing from the EU.
Interior of the Plus 227M hybrid train with wheelchair space and a portable ramp. Source: Lubuskie
The Polish manufacturer is also committed to developing battery and hydrogen versions of the train. However, FPS still focuses on producing passenger coaches. This year, the company has won a large tender for the delivery of up to 450 coaches to the national operator PKP Intercity.
