Shanghai Metro AC08
| Company type | Rolling stock |
|---|---|
| Industry | Rail transport |
| Predecessor | AC08 |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Products | Metro train cars |
| Parent | Alstom, CSR Nanjing Puzhen |
The 02A02 trainset, previously known as AC08, serves Shanghai Metro's Line 2. Introduced in 2010 alongside the line's western and eastern expansions, a total of 168 cars were produced through a collaboration between Alstom and CSR Nanjing Puzhen.
In 2014, the original AC08 model name was revised to 02A02.
Description
The AC08 units were ordered simultaneously with the AC06 series to support the western extension of Line 2 but encountered delays in production and delivery. Before these trains were deployed between 2008 and 2009, Line 2's western extension had been operated by eight AC05 trains since its launch in late 2006.
Distinguished by a green-and-white color scheme, the AC08 trains were the first on Line 2 to be equipped with upper window LED display panels for passenger updates. Their propulsion system employs Alstom ONIX 1500 Variable Frequency (IGBT) inverters, comparable to those used on Singapore’s North East Line Alstom Metropolis C751A rolling stock.
Signaling upgrade
From 2022 to 2023, the signaling technology on the 02A02 fleet was enhanced by transitioning from ATO (TBTC) to a more sophisticated DTO (CBTC) system, resulting in improved safety and operational performance.