Hybrid Multiple Units

The innovative Hybrid Multiple Unit Impuls 2 type 36WEh is the first Polish rail vehicle which, apart from electric drive, also has diesel drive, which allows it to be operated on non-electrified railway routes.

Combining innovative technologies in the new IMPULS has resulted in a much wider functionality and the range of the vehicle applications for train operators while also dramatically increasing comfort of travelling for passengers.

During 13^th TRAKO 2019 International Railway Fair in Gdańsk, NEWAG S.A. was awarded the main prize in a prestigious Ernest Malinowski Contest for products and innovations applied in the rail industry. The innovative Hybrid multiple Unit IMPULS 2 type 36WEh, which won the contest, had its official presentation there.

The IMPULS 2 structure, in particular, the frame structure, makes it possible to configure the floor height at 620 and 760mm. Moreover, it is possible to configure the multiple unit with a variable number of doors, depending on carriers’ requirements.

IMPULS 2 multiple units also be fitted with a diesel power module which can be connected with the vehicle as a separately coupled drive module or it can constitute a part of the trainset.

Apart from various trainset lengths, different passenger compartment layouts are possible which makes it possible to operate these multiple units not only on urban and suburban but also on long-distance routes.

Characteristics

Performance characteristics

Vehicles designed to service Urban, regional and long-distance passenger transit
Able to travel at speeds of up to 160 km/h
Attractive, aerodynamic body shape
Modern interior, open coach or compartmentalised
Low-floor facilitating boarding and de-boarding
Modern retention-tank toilets, compliant with TSI
High travel comfort due to the new running gear
Automatically-controlled air conditioning and heating system

Drive

The hybrid multiple unit, apart from the electric drive, also has diesel drive, which enables it to be operated on non-electrified railway routes
Combining innovative technologies in the new IMPULS has resulted in a much wider functionality and the range of the vehicle applications for train operators

Passenger area

Open coach vehicle (seats and fixtures depending on the car purpose and client’s specifications)
Pleasant and functional interior adapted to the needs of the disabled including the designated space for wheelchairs
Modern LED lighting
Interior adapted for transporting bicycles
Modern passenger information system
Vehicle interior monitoring system
Efficient air-conditioning and heating system

Driver’s cab

Modern and ergonomic interior with two-operator control panel (for driver and assistant);
Comfortable driver’s seats with an adjustable footrests
Air-conditioned interior
Amenities including a fridge, a kettle etc.
Enhanced design meeting four scenarios compliant with requirements of the PN-EN15227:2008 standard for the C-I crashworthiness