Denis Pasler, governor of Sverdlovsk Region, has outlined progress on Russia’s first high-speed trains, being built at Ural Locomotives. The first train is scheduled to begin testing in 2027.
The plant has manufactured the first batch of key components for the electric train’s running gear: powered and unpowered bogies. They are undergoing preliminary tests before being fitted under the cars. The train’s nose fairing and automatic coupler have also been installed.
All 16 cars for the first two trainsets have been welded and painted. Side windows and doors have been fitted, while electrical equipment and pantographs are being assembled and installed.
