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A combination of technologies
The AGV is based on three main technologies which have been combined for the first time: articulated carriage architecture, a distributed drive system and synchronous permanent magnet motors. All three contributed to the performance of the train which set the world rail speed record of 574.8 kph on 3 April 2007.
The AGV : a combination of technologies
Clean and energy-efficient
With an extremely reduced carbon footprint, containing nearly 98% of recyclable or reusable materials and with an energy recoverable braking system, the AGV has been designed from the outset with environmental concerns in mind.
The AGV: clean and energy-efficient
Modularity and flexibility
The AGV has been designed according to a simple principle: to adapt to the specific requirements of each operator and each line on which it will run. Its architecture is the key to this modularity which, above all, means that it can be configured to carry from 250 to 650 passengers.
100% Alstom project
This train of the future was conceived, designed, developed and financed completely within Alstom.
New prospects for very high speed rail travel
The AGV arrives at a time of booming very high speed rail market growth.