VAL 206
The VAL 206 is one of the VAL series, an automated guideway transit system manufactured by Matra. Because it uses rubber tires, it is suitable for applications that require high acceleration / deceleration.
| VAL 206 | |
|---|---|
VAL 206 train in Toulouse | |
| In service | 1983–present |
| Manufacturer | Matra, GEC-Alsthom |
| Formation | 2 cars per set |
| Specifications | |
| Car body construction | Aluminium alloy |
| Car length | 12.7 m (41 ft 8 in) |
| Width | 2.06 m (6 ft 9+1⁄8 in) |
| Height | 3.25 m (10 ft 8 in) |
| Doors | 3 per side |
| Maximum speed | 80 km/h (49.7 mph) |
| Traction system | GTO chopper control (GEC-Alsthom) |
| Traction motors | 4 × 120 kW (160 hp) DC motor |
| Power output | 480 kW (640 hp) |
| Transmission | Right-angle Cardan drive |
| Acceleration | 1.3 m/s2 (4.3 ft/s2) |
| Deceleration | 1.3 m/s2 (4.3 ft/s2) |
| Electric system(s) | 750 V DC third rail |
| Track gauge | Null (rubber tyre guideway) |
The 206 classification comes from the fact that the width of the vehicle is 206 cm (6 ft 9+1⁄8 in). The train is two-car formation. It is unmanned operation, but it can also be operated manually as needed. It was succeeded by the VAL 208.
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