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TGV PSE

First generation TGV trainset for the original Paris-Lyon line. All trainsets have two power cars and 8 coaches (with the two coaches at either end each having an additional power truck with 2 powered axles) for a total of 12 powered axles. All trainset were originally designed for a maximum speed of 270 km/h and equipeed with the TVM-300 train control system.

Originally, the following variants have been built:

25 kV AC / 1.5 kV DC version with two-class seating

25 kV AC / 1.5 kV DC version with first class only seating

25 kV AC / 1.5 kV DC version with storage compartmens for postal service

25 kV AC / 15 kV AC / 1.5 kV DC version with two-class seating for service to Switzerland

In preparation for the opening of the TGV Mediterranee line, most trainsets have been upgraded with the TVM-430 train control system and made capable of 300 km/h maximum speed for service on the new line.

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