TAIWAN High Speed Rail Corp has ordered eight ride-on underframe inspection vehicles (RG 3.05 p160) for use in the maintenance of its Series 700T trainsets.
Powered by 24V batteries, the trolleys will run on tracks within THSRC’s 320m long inspection pits. They will be equipped with lights, tool storage and a rotating and tilting seat, providing depot staff with safe and comfortable access beneath the trains during maintenance.
Harmill Systems, UK
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