MBTA Red Line 01800 series again

These subway cars, built by Bombardier, were delivered in 1993 and 1994. These cars were procured to replace the aging 01400 series Pullman-Standard built cars. They are the first subway cars in Boston to feature AC traction motors, LCD destination signs, stainless steel carbodies, automated stop announcements, interior LED signs, and a computerized cab.

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[dredre1315]

what year were the 1500s,1600s, and 1700s built

[MBTAguy]

The 1500s and 1600s were built from 1969 to 1970. The 1700s were built from 1987 to 1989.

[dredre1315]

when are we going to get new orange line trains

[MBTAguy]

Soon...very soon...most likely by the beginning of the next decade. The next heavy rail order will be a combined order for the Red and Orange lines.

[Redleader330]

what's the other train called in the red line that is also used today?

[MBTAguy]

The 15 and 1600 series are nicknamed the "Silverbirds." I'm not sure what the 1700s are nicknamed, though.

[dredre1315]

aren't the 1500s still running

[videonut33]

I mean they still use the 01600's and the 01700*'s for the Red.

*01700's built by UTDC (Builders of the TTC subway, streetcar, and RT cars for Toronto.)

[wiley207]

These trains used to have red cloth-style seats. But in the early 2000s they were replaced with black leather seats.

[RobertPaniagua]

Thats right, 01469/01480 and 01470/77, but are no longer work trains, they are now used for Transit Police and motorperson/attendant training. Also keep in mind that 01450/55, two more, are at Seashore Trolley Museum.