By Brandon Lewis, Mass Transit
New Jersey Transit (NJ Transit) has exercised a contract option with Alstom for the purchase of 200 additional multilevel rail cars to replace aging Comet II, IV, and V single-level cars, standardize the fleet, increase seating capacity by 12% and enhance safety. The new railcars will feature additional seating capacity and accessibility, a higher top speed of up to 110 mph, safety, and enhanced onboard amenities for customers, including USB charging ports.
“This investment reflects our unwavering commitment to providing New Jerseyans with safe, reliable, and modern public transportation,” said New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy. “By replacing outdated rail cars with state-of-the-art equipment, we’re not only improving the commuting experience for millions of riders, but also strengthening our economy, reducing emissions, and moving toward a more sustainable future.”
The 200 new multilevel rail cars are in addition to the agency’s previous orders for 174 cars, bringing the total purchase order to 374 cars. The contract between NJ Transit and Alstom has a remaining option for 50 more cars, which may be purchased at a later date for a total of 424 cars in NJ Transit’s fleet. NJ Transit plans to fully modernize its rail fleet by 2031.
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