Kuala Lumpur Airport Express Rail Link, Malaysia
Key Data:
Operator
Express Rail Link Sdn Bhd
Opening date
April 2002
Route length
57 km
Gauge
1435 mm
Stations
5
Staff number
TBC
Extensions planned
None
Maximum speed
176 kph (110 mph)
Capacity
540 (156 seated)
Electrification:
Power system
Voltage 25 kV
Current
AC overhead
Rolling Stock:
New trains on order
12 - 8 dedicated to the ERL, 4 for commuter rail services
Special Characteristics:
Dedicated new airport-city centre link 24-hour
premium high-speed service
Integrated passenger and luggage check-in facility
Information system integrates flight and train details
Redeveloped city centre terminus offers connections with suburban and long-distance rail services
New German-built trains based on successful existing design
