Built specifically for Metra by the Japanese rail car builder Nippon Sharyo, the TYPE 8500 Cab Car and TYPE 6000 Trailers were designed with additional safety features, comfort, and accessibility in mind to help modernize Metra’s aging commuter car fleet. Metra took delivery of the TYPE 8500 and 6000 from 2002 to 2008. Metra has 200 of each the TYPE 8500 and TYPE 6000 in its fleet. Cal Train and Virgina Railway Express also ordered variations of the TYPE 8500 and 6000 after seeing its success with Metra. These modern Bi-Levels are a staple of Chicago railroading and will continue to haul commuters to their destinations around Chicago for years to come.
Features:
- Designed from prototype drawings with the cooperation of Metra
- Illuminated directional LED headlight, ditchlights, and red marker lights
- Interior includes seat details and LED illumination
- 21-pin plug for optional DCC operation
- Provision for mounting a speaker
- Separately applied air horn, antenna, lift lugs, and diaphragms
- Free-rolling metal wheels
- Equipped with metal couplers
- Recommend 22” minimum radius
