Hyundai Rotem HR5000

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Hyundai Rotem HR5000
Hyundai Rotem HR5000.jpeg
Conceptual design of HR5000
Manufacturer Hyundai Rotem
Replaced Breda A650 (second batch)
Number under construction182
Operators LAMetroLogo.svg
Depots Division 20 (Los Angeles River)
Lines served LACMTA Circle B Line.svg   LACMTA Circle D Line.svg  
Specifications
Electric system(s) Third rail,  750 V DC
Current collector(s) Contact shoe
Track gauge 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge

The HR5000 is an electric multiple unit rapid transit car ordered from Hyundai Rotem for the Los Angeles Metro Rail's B and D lines.

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Following a decision by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) not to purchase additional CRRC HR4000 trains, bids were sought for new subway trains. In January 2024, 182 cars were ordered from Hyundai Rotem, with options for 50 more cars. These will enter service prior to the 2028 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, with all trains in service by 2030.

History

As of 2024, the Metro Rail subway fleet is at least 26 years old, with the Breda A650 trains built in two batches between 1988 and 1997. [1] New trains will allow for future replacement of all Breda A650 trains, expanded train service including a four-minute train frequency, and extensions of the D Line over three phases. [2] [3]

In 2017, Metro awarded a contract to CRRC for 64 trains, with contract options for 218 cars. [4] These HR4000 trains were planned to enter service in 2020, with introduction into service currently planned for 2024. [5] Construction delays for trains were caused by supply chain issues as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as compliance with the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. [6] [7] Following these construction delays, and the passing of the Transit Infrastructure Vehicle Security Act by Congress in 2019 which prevents the use of further federal funding for CRRC, [8] Metro decided not to exercise the options in the CRRC HR4000 contract in 2022. [9] [7]

In December 2022, Metro began procuring new subway trains with a request for proposals. [9] [10] Three bidders took part, Hitachi Rail, Hyundai Rotem and Stadler Rail. [11] All three manufacturers have production facilities in the United States. [12] In February 2024, a $663.7 million contract for 182 cars was awarded to Hyundai Rotem, with options for 50 more cars. [13] Although Hyundai Rotem's bid was more expensive than Stadler, Metro indicated that the contract was not solely awarded on price. [13]

Cars will be delivered in two-car trains, with a capacity of 245 passengers. Trains will be capable of running in multiple, up to three trains at a time. [13] Trains will enter service prior to the 2028 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games, with all trains in service by 2030. [10]

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References

  1. ↑ Hymon, Steve (November 12, 2014). "Staff report on beginning process of acquiring new subway cars". The Source. Retrieved January 27, 2022.
  2. ↑ Chen, Anna (March 23, 2017). "More subway cars for Red/Purple Lines in the works". The Source. Retrieved January 27, 2022.
  3. ↑ "Metro - File #: 2023-0496 Attachment D Presentation HR5000 New Heavy Rail Vehicle Procurement". metro.legistar.com. November 16, 2023. Retrieved February 9, 2024. Base Order 182 HRVs - Replace Existing Fleet (74 Cars), Support Purple Line Extensions – Section 2 & 3, Add Capacity for 4 Minutes Headway as committed to FTA
  4. ↑ Sotero, Dave (April 12, 2017). "Metro, China Railway Rolling Stock Corporation hold signing ceremony for $178-million subway car contract". The Source. Retrieved January 27, 2022.
  5. ↑ "These are first pair of 64 new subway cars on order. Arrived Sat night after road-tripping from assembly plant in Springfield, Mass. Look for 'em on B/D Lines next year. Watch the reveal 👇". Facebook . Metro. August 2, 2023. Retrieved August 3, 2023.
  6. ↑ "Los Angeles receives first CRRC-built metro train". International Railway Journal. August 16, 2023. Retrieved February 9, 2023.
  7. 1 2 "New LA Metro subway cars will feature New York-style bench seating". Daily News. August 18, 2023. Retrieved February 9, 2024.
  8. ↑ "Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Section 7613 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020". Federal Transit Administration. February 2, 2022. Retrieved February 9, 2024. Section 7613 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (NDAA 2020), Pub. L. No. 116-92 (Dec. 20, 2019), added new subsection 49 U.S.C. § 5323(u) to federal public transportation law. Section 5323(u) limits the use of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funds, and in some circumstances local funds, to procure rolling stock from certain transit vehicle manufacturers.
  9. 1 2 "2022-0677 - NEW HR5000 HEAVY RAIL VEHICLES PROCUREMENT - Metro Board". boardagendas.metro.net. Retrieved February 9, 2024.
  10. 1 2 "2023-0738 - HR5000 HEAVY RAIL VEHICLE (HRV) PROCUREMENT - Metro Board Presentation HR5000 New Heavy Rail Vehicle Procurement" (PDF). metro.legistar.com. November 16, 2023. Retrieved February 9, 2024. Complete delivery of 36 base order cars April 2028 Complete delivery of all 182 base order cars by December 31, 2029
  11. ↑ "2023-0738 - HR5000 HEAVY RAIL VEHICLE (HRV) PROCUREMENT - Metro Board ATTACHMENT A PROCUREMENT SUMMARY HR5000 Heavy Rail Vehicle (HRV) Procurement" (PDF). metro.legistar.com. November 16, 2023. Retrieved February 9, 2024. All three of the proposals received were determined to be within the competitive range. The firms are listed below in alphabetical order: 1. Hitachi Rail, Los Angeles 2. Hyundai Rotem 3. Stadler US
  12. ↑ "2023-0738 - HR5000 HEAVY RAIL VEHICLE (HRV) PROCUREMENT - Metro Board ATTACHMENT A PROCUREMENT SUMMARY HR5000 Heavy Rail Vehicle (HRV) Procurement" (PDF). boardagendas.metro.net. November 16, 2023. Retrieved February 9, 2024.
  13. 1 2 3 "Hyundai Rotem Wins $664MM LA Metro Order". Railway Age. February 6, 2024. Retrieved February 9, 2024.
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