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If we're talking Dutch high-speed rails, don't forget the Fyra! It was a high-speed train plagued with so many issues it was returned to the manufacturer. To g
by crote 2y ago
If we're talking Dutch high-speed rails, don't forget the Fyra!
It was a high-speed train plagued with so many issues it was returned to the manufacturer. To give an example: one day 85% of the trips had to be cancelled due to defective trains, with one of those which did run losing parts(!) at high speed; the train wasn't water-tight; the brakes were designed for 160km/h despite the train itself going 250 km/h; a train horn which couldn't handle snow; batteries in the passenger compartment catching fire; doors opening at full speed; and of course software issues. Mind you, this is just some of the issues - the full list is a lot longer.
They were returned to maker AnsaldoBreda, and now seem to be operating well enough in Italy and Greece.