VAL 206

The VAL 206 is one of the VAL series, an automated guideway transit system manufactured by Matra. Because it uses rubber tires, it is suitable for applications that require high acceleration / deceleration.

VAL 206
VAL 206 train in Toulouse
In servicein service
ManufacturerMatra
GEC-Alsthom
Formation2 cars per set
Specifications
Car body constructionAluminium alloy
Car length12.70 metres
Width2.06 metres
Height3.25 metres
Doors3 per side
Maximum speed80km/h
Traction systemGTO Chopper (GEC-Alsthom)
Prime mover(s)DC motor
Power output120kW
TransmissionRight-angle Cardan drive
Acceleration1.3 m/s²
Power supply750V
Track gauge1,620mm

The 206 classification comes from the fact that the width of the vehicle is 206 cm. The train is two-car formation. It is unmanned operation, but it can also be operated manually as needed. It was succeeded by the VAL 208.

Overview

Because of automatic operation, the delay is small, the train density can be increased. On the other hand, since this train is basically a two-car train, it is suitable for low-population areas and medium-sized cities.

Interior

Although the vehicle is small, the window is large, so it is a car with open feeling. Air conditioning is not installed. Plastics are widely used for many parts, but doors and handrail are made of stainless steel. The color tone inside the car varies depending on the railway operator.

Traction equipments

The control system is a chopper control system using a GTO thyristor and drives a direct current motor. The traction motor is body mounted, and the power is transmitted via the Cardan joint and the hypoid gear.

Operators
Locality Operator Model Year Comments
Lille Lille Metro 1982
Toulouse Toulouse Metro 1993 Refurbished in 2011 in 2014.
Paris Orly Airport Orlyval 1990

References

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