The high speed train V300ZEFIRO, known as Frecciarossa 1000, has started commercial service in Italy. This new train, which could concur in future bids in Spain, made its maiden journey in April from Milan to the capital, Rome.
Made in partnership with AnsaldoBreda, it is the newest member of the Bombardier ZEFIRO family. With a top commercial speed of up to 360 km/h, the V300ZEFIRO very high speed train is the fastest train in Europe and its advanced, high acceleration delivers excellent travel times. It is also fully interoperable, meaning passengers can cross European borders without changing trains.
Bombardier Transportation, benefitting from the aeronautical experience of Bombardier Aerospace, which lead to the streamlined shape, and design of the train, was responsible for leading the project management, mechanical and engineering product development (including propulsion and TCMS), manufacturing Bogies and Propulsion, as well as testing, homologation and commissioning of the first 5 train sets. Furthermore, the V300ZEFIRO propulsion is made entirely in the site of Bombardier in Trápaga, in Spain.
