DESCRIPTION
TDI designed and built Coventry VLR for Coventry City Council.
The Coventry VLR vehicle is a zero emission battery electric prototype representing a novel, low-cost, low-carbon, rail-based public transport system, interoperable with existing rail systems and will ultimately be capable of operating without a driver.
The vehicle is significantly lighter than existing rail platforms, enabling the use of novel, low-cost lightweight infrastructure, improving affordability to smaller cities such as Coventry.
TDI introduced its localised manufacturing centre (‘LMC’) concept for the build programme and engaged a Coventry based build partner. The TDI team was based on site to provide technology transfer support and project manage the build. Final electric systems build and Factory Acceptance Testing was completed by TDI.
CVLR design and build completed for ‘Coventry City of Culture’ in 2021 and vehicle delivered to VLR National Innovation Centre.TDI’s prototype vehicle is capable of carrying 20 seated passengers and a maximum of 70 including standees. It will be tested at the BCIMO in Dudley before a permanent tracked route is installed across Coventry and a fleet of vehicles manufactured.
FEATURES
SPECIFICATIONS
| Service Life: | 20 years |
| Power: | >175kW continuous power |
| Speed: | <70kph |
| Range: | >10 km (route dependant) |
| Guidance: | Steel track with resilient wheels |
| Passengers: | 20 Seated and 50+ Standing crush load |
| Accessibility: | RVAR compliant |
| Dimensions: | 11000L x 2650W x 3175H |
| Door Opening: | 900W x 1950H |
| Exterior Bodywork: | Lightweight Carbon Composite panels |
The project combines an unrivalled level of rail industry expertise with a range of additional, cutting edge innovations from autosport and automotive industries.
GALLERY
Coventry VLR Films
Introducing Coventry VLR
Our team conducts tests on Coventry VLR
