Light rail vehicles

New model vehicles

The Parramatta Light Rail will feature 13 new-model 'Urbos 100 vehicles' manufactured by CAF, a global leader in light rail vehicle design.

The design will include upgrades based on fleet performances from around the world.

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Parramatta Light Rail vehicle Urbos 3 reveal

Key features and benefits

• Comfortable space and seating.
• Fully accessible, user-friendly design.
• State-of-the-art safety features for passengers and the driver.
• Can carry up to 400 passengers at a time.
• High frequency ‘turn up and go’ services will operate seven days a week, departing approximately every 7.5 minutes during peak periods.

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Technical specifications

• 45-metre-long vehicle.
• Seven-car set per vehicle.
• Seating capacity for 76 passengers per vehicle.
• Dual electric and battery-powered capability.
• Overhead wiring powered by seven electricity substations located across the alignment.
• In-ground charging station at the Westmead Terminus.

Safety features

• Complies with Australian and international safety standards.
• Closed circuit television (CCTV) security through the vehicle saloon.
• Help points for customers in an emergency.
• Exterior warning bells to alert the public in the event of danger.

Driver safety

For drivers' safety, there will be a:

• speed advisory system
• collision avoidance warning system
• fatigue detection system.

Accessibility options

• Ramp access and low floors.
• Double doors.
• Priority seating.
• Dedicated space for wheelchairs and prams.
• Interior handrails, posts and overhead handholds.
• Hearing loops.
• LCD screens with real-time journey information.
• Braille signage at help points.
• Racks for up to four bicycles.

Parramatta Light Rail vehicles are modern, accessible, driver-operated, and can carry large volumes of people.

Local jobs supported

When the light rail is operational in 2024, there will be more than 80 local jobs created for:

• drivers
• technicians
• and maintenance crews.

For opportunities to work on the Parramatta Light Rail project, visit the NSW Government jobs website. 

A recruitment campaign from Transdevis currently underway for light rail vehicle drivers and operational staff. Find out more about the available positions.

Note: advertised roles may change from time to time.