Kawasaki Heavy Industries & CRRC Qingdao Sifang T251

Exterior

The train sports a white exterior with flat, slanted sides.

The head of the train is designed such that they are aerodynamic.

The livery of the train matches the line colour of the Thomson-East Coast Line.

There are four colour schemes in the train cars, with each colour applied to one car of the train.

The colour of the seats are dark blue, yellow, red and grey in the four different cars and are designed with ergonomic curves.

The reserved seats, catered for commuters with special needs, are differentiated with a different shade.

These trains will also feature five doors per side per car, allowing a faster alighting and boarding process.

Perch Seats

Perch seats are located at the ends of each train car, creating a wide standing space for commuters.

Tip-up Seats

The tip-up seats can be lifted up to create more standing space for commuters, increasing the capacity during peak periods.

Reserved Seats

The reserved seats, catered for commuters with special needs, are differentiated with a different shade.

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 of every T251 train, at doors 10 and 11.

The Passenger Communication Unit is positioned lower, enabling wheelchair-bound passengers to gain access to the feature.

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

Dynamic Route Map Display

Train Vision by Mitsubishi Electric is installed above every train doors to provide commuters with their route information throughout their journey.

Train Travel Information System

The LED display panels shows useful travel information to passengers, such as current and next train stations which the train will call at.

Builder Plate

The builder plate lists the companies involved in the manufacture of the train, and also the year it was built.

Passenger Communication Unit

The Passenger Communication Unit is located at the side of each train doors to contact the train staff in an emergency.