Alstom Metropolis C851E (North East Line)

Exterior

The C851E (NEL) trains carry the standard Land Transport Authority livery on its exterior: a white and black background, with the line colours of the North East Line down the lower half of the exterior.

The interior is largely similar to the second generation Alstom Metropolis C751C train cars.

A uniformed interior colour scheme of purple is implemented across the whole train.

The reserved seats, catered for commuters with special needs, are differentiated in red.

Platform Gap Width Reduction

The bottom of each doors have a gap reducer made of rubber that protrudes out, reducing the platform-train gap.

This helps to prevent passenger accidents due to the platform gap.

Reserved Seats

The reserved seats, catered for commuters with special needs, are differentiated in red.

Viewing Space + Emergency Exits

Both ends of the train feature a viewing space and an emergency exit.

The viewing space allows passengers to have a view of the tunnel through the windscreen.

The emergency exit ramp will be deployed in an emergency.

Wheelchair Bay

Two wheelchair bays are located in the middle two cars of every C851E (NEL) train at doors 9 and 16.

Gangway Lights

Spotlights are installed to illuminate the gangway area of the train cars, and increases visibility during emergencies.

Overhead Hand Grips

Three rows of hand grips are positioned along the aisles of the train cabins to provide standing passengers with increased support.

Grab-Handles at Doorways

Provide support for passengers boarding or alighting the trains and for passengers standing near the doors.

Door Closing Indicator

Yellow alert lights that are positioned above each door will light up when the doors are closing.

Dynamic Route Map Display

The dynamic route map display panels provide commuters with their route information throughout their journey.

It also indicates which side the doors will open.

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Visual Passenger Information System

Visual Passenger Information System is installed in all C851E (NEL) trains.

It provides commuters with their route information throughout their journey.

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Builder Plate

The builder plate lists the company involved in the manufacture of the train.

Emergency Communication Button + Door Unlock Handle

Emergency Communication Buttons are located at the side of the train doors to contact the train staff in an emergency.

It is integrated with the Emergency Door Unlock Handle.