Caltrain fleet and rail procurement
Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (CA, US) runs 176 active rail cars in 6 fleets across commuter rail. The average fleet was built in 2005 and the oldest in 1997.
176active rail cars
6fleets
3builders
2005average build year
Caltrain fleet roster
| Builder | Model | Type | Mode | Built | Last rebuild | Active |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stadler | KISS (7-car EMU) | EMU | Commuter rail | 2024 | — | 126 |
| Alstom | Gallery / BiLevel (diesel-era) | Coach | Commuter rail | 2002 | — | 17 |
| Alstom | Gallery / BiLevel (diesel-era) | Coach | Commuter rail | 1997 | — | 16 |
| Alstom | Gallery / BiLevel (diesel-era) | Coach | Commuter rail | 2008 | — | 8 |
| Wabtec (MotivePower) | MP36PH-3C | Locomotive | Commuter rail | 2003 | — | 6 |
| Wabtec (MotivePower) | F40PH-2C | Locomotive | Commuter rail | 1998 | — | 3 |
What members see for each Caltrain fleet
Estimated miles per car, maintenance cost per car-mile against the national benchmark, the midlife overhaul and end-of-life year, and the onboard suppliers for doors, HVAC, brakes, propulsion and train control.
Start freeCaltrain rail car orders
| Model | Builder | Awarded | Quantity | Delivery | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KISS EMU | Stadler | 2016-08 | 96 cars (16x6) options: 96 cars | 2020-2024 | Complete (BEMU pending) |
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