Transrapid passenger vehicles are designed to meet or exceed the expectations of the modern traveler. Bright spacious interiors, room to move about as well as enjoy the ride, ease of entrance and exit, barrier free access, and amenities appropriate to the train for the next century. The interior design concept addresses a number of objectives important to both the operator and the passenger:
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Modular construction with common components for most interior variations
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Flexibility to meet special requirements of the customer
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Seating arrangements with or without tables
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Passenger information and entertainment systems
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Flexible design to accommodate additional functional units (such as toilets, telephones, on-board catering) without major modifications to the structure
Flexible seating arrangements are available to allow first, business, and economy class seating as desired by the operator. The seating capacity of individual sections ranges from 64 for spacious first class seating to 126 for high density seating plus space for two wheelchairs for short distance, commuter applications