Shanghai Metro AC11
| Industry | Rail transport manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1928 |
| Products | Rolling stock, trains, signaling systems |
The 05C01 series, previously known as AC11, consists of rolling stock produced by Alstom specifically for the Shanghai Metro Line 5. Between 2002 and 2004, a total of 68 vehicles, arranged into 17 sets of four cars each, were constructed and began operation starting November 2003. These trains mainly serve the segment connecting Xinzhuang and the Minhang Development Zone, facilitating high-volume urban transportation.
In 2014, the original AC11 label was revised to 05C01 as part of a broader initiative to standardize naming conventions across the metro system. Managed by Shentong Metro Group, this fleet continues to play a vital role in supporting the efficient functioning of Line 5 within Shanghai’s growing transit infrastructure.
Features
The AC11 units are distinguished by their red, orange, and yellow color schemes and share traction equipment and motors with the AC03 models. This technology has also been incorporated into subsequent Alstom trains such as the AC06, AC07, AC08, and AC12 series. A notable difference is that AC11 trains do not have inter-car gangway connections, setting them apart from other rolling stock in the Shanghai Metro network.
Signalling upgrade
Between 2017 and 2018, Alstom carried out an upgrade on the 05C01 trainsets, implementing Driverless Train Operation (DTO) signalling technology. This enhancement improved operational performance on Line 5 by enabling automated train control.