FLEXITY Swift k4000 – Cologne, Germany
The Cologne Transport Authority (Kölner Verkehrsbetriebe AG) commissioned Bombardier Transportation to develop and manufacture a modern vehicle which offers low-level access, a clear view ahead and into the driver's cab as well as other features contributing to passenger comfort. FLEXITY Swift vehicles offer excellent acceleration performance and an automatic coupling system, which can be covered when not in use. A total of 124 FLEXITY Swift cars have been delivered to Cologne and are now successfully in service.
Operator |
Kölner Verkehrsbetriebe AG |
Length |
28,400 mm |
Width |
2,650 mm |
Max. Speed |
80 km/h |
Minimum Horizontal Curve Radius |
20 m |
Maximum Gradient |
60‰ |
% Low Floor |
72% |
Seated Passengers |
70 |
Standees |
116 (4 pass/m2) |
