The Stadler WINK (Wandelbarer Innovativer Nahverkehrs-Kurzzug [English translation: convertible, innovative short train for local transport]) is a hybrid multiple unit railcar designed and built by Stadler Rail of Switzerland that entered service in the Netherlands in 2021.
| Stadler WINK | |
|---|---|
 Stadler WINK at Zuidhorn in April 2021 | |
| In service | 2021– |
| Manufacturer | Stadler Rail |
| Entered service | 2021 |
| Number under construction | 18 |
| Capacity | 250 |
| Operators | Arriva |
| Depots | Leeuwarden |
| Lines served | Noordelijke Nevenlijnen |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Aluminium |
| Car length | 55.5 m (182 ft 1 in) (Arriva spec; customizable)[1] |
| Width | 2.82 m (9 ft 3 in)[1] |
| Height | 4.12 m (13 ft 6 1⁄4 in)[1] |
| Maximum speed | 160 km/h (99 mph)[1] |
| Prime mover(s) | Deutz diesel engine |
| Electric system(s) | Batteries |
| Safety system(s) | ATB-NG |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in) standard gauge |
Service history
editThe WINK was unveiled in November 2017 when European operator Arriva announced an order for 18 trainsets, which it planned to place in service in the northern Netherlands beginning in 2020.[1]
Upon delivery, repair and maintenance of the trainsets will be performed by Stadler in Leeuwarden through 2035.[2] The first trainsets were put into service on 12 April 2021.
Current Operations
editThe Stadler WINK is currently operating in the following services:
| Series | Train type | Route | Rolling stock | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37000
38000 |
Stoptrein/Sneltrein
RS3/RE3 |
Leeuwarden - Mantgum - Sneek Noord - Sneek | Mostly WINK | |
| 37100 | Stoptrein RS3 | Leeuwarden - Mantgum - Sneek Noord - Sneek - IJlst - Workum - Hindeloopen - Koudum-Molkwerum - Stavoren | WINK | |
| 37200 | Stoptrein RS2 | Leeuwarden - Deinum - Dronryp - Franeker - Harlingen - Harlingen Haven | WINK | |
| 37300 | Sneltrein RE1 | Groningen - Zuidhorn - Buitenpost - Feanwâlden - Leeuwarden | WINK in combination with GTW (exclusively GTW’s on weekends) | |
| 37400 | Stoptrein RS1 | Groningen - Zuidhorn - Grijpskerk - Buitenpost - De Westereen - Feanwâlden - Hurdegaryp - Leeuwarden Camminghaburen - Leeuwarden | WINK in combination with GTW (exclusively GTW’s on weekends) |
Design
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The WINK is a derivative design of Stadler's FLIRT railcars that is intended for service on lightly travelled lines.[1] It has an aluminium carbody that can be customized in length by the customer, and can be powered by either diesel or electric powertrains with supplemental on board batteries.[1] Arriva units were delivered with Deutz diesel engines, running on vegetable oil fuel, and batteries charged by regenerative braking; the engines are planned to be replaced by additional batteries once electrification is installed over part of their route.[1][2] Each trainset can carry about 275 passengers, with seating for 150, and has a top speed of up to 160 kilometres per hour (99 mph) depending on customer specification.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Stadler launches Wink multiple-unit offering a range of traction options". Railway Gazette. 22 November 2017. Archived from the original on 22 November 2017. Retrieved 23 November 2017.
- ^ a b "Stadler signs 15-year maintenance contact with Arriva Netherlands". International Railway Journal. 11 July 2018. Retrieved 10 September 2018.