NS series Mat '64
| NS Mat '64 | |
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 Mat '64 Plan V in double traction (2011)
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| Number: | Plan V: 246 units Plan T: 30 units |
| Manufacturer: | Werkspoor , DÜWAG and Talbot |
| Year of construction (s): | Plan T: 1961–1965 Plan V: 1966–1976 |
| Retirement: | 1975-2016 |
| Axis formula : | Plan T: 2'2 '+ Bo'Bo' + Bo'Bo '+ 2'2' Plan V: 2'Bo '+ Bo'2' |
| Gauge : | 1,435 mm |
| Length over coupling: | Plan T: 101.9 m Plan V: 52.1 m |
| Empty mass: | Plan T: 163 t Plan V: 86 t |
| Top speed: | 140 km / h |
| Hourly output : | Plan T: 1400 kW Plan V: 508 kW |
| Capacity: | Plan T: 1st class: 41 2nd class: 230 Plan V: 1st class: 24 2nd class: 104/118/120 |
| Motor type: | Heemaf |
| Power system : | 1.5 kV direct current |
| Power transmission: | Overhead line |
| Coupling type: | Scharfenberg coupling |
Mat '64 or Materieel '64 are electric multiple units that were used by the Dutch Railways as the successor to the NS series Mat '54 from the 1960s. Like their predecessor, they have been given a nickname due to their distinctive head shape. The predecessor is called "Hondekop" (dog's head) and the Mat '64 series is called "Apenkop" (monkey head). The number 64 indicates the year the series version was first ordered. There are two versions of the Mat ′64 series, the two-part "Plan V" and the four-part "Plan T". From Plan V, a total of 246 units with a maximum of 144 seats and from Plan T 30 units with 271 seats were put into operation. The Mat '64 were the backbone of the domestic passenger traffic of the Dutch Railways for several decades.
Development and manufacture
Of the predecessor series Mat ′54, a total of 141 units were put into service by the Dutch Railways between 1956 and 1964. The basic concept could largely be adopted for the successor Mat '64. The appearance of the power cars was similar, but the lights and front windows were arranged differently and the bow of the bow was slightly changed. One major change concerned the axle formula. The powered bogies were placed in the middle of the train so that they are better protected in the event of a collision.
In 1961, the prototype of the first Mat '64 was produced with the type designation Plan TT. The letter combination "TT" stands for "Treinstel Toekomst" ( railcar of the future ). The differences consisted of several technical improvements, an increase in comfort and measures to increase security, such as B. centrally lockable doors, pantographs in the middle of the train, weight reduction and loudspeaker systems. The first trains, like the Mat '54, were painted green with a yellow band. From 1968 the paintwork was changed significantly. The trains were given a striking design, yellow with three oblique blue stripes and gray elements. Initially, some of the trains had a baggage or mail room at one end of the train, but this was later replaced by a variable room with folding seats. The Plan T originally had a buffet area with kitchen and service, which was expanded in the 1990s to increase the number of seats.
The manufacturer of the prototype and the subsequent series was the company Werkspoor in Amsterdam. In view of the large order volume, the companies Talbot , Aachen, and DÜWAG , Düsseldorf, successfully applied for part of the delivery volume. When Werkspoor ceased manufacturing railway vehicles in 1972, Talbot became the sole supplier. Since then, all vehicles used in the Netherlands have been produced abroad. After a total of 277 units produced, the last multiple unit was delivered on December 14, 1976.
Series
There were several series and sub-series over the period of delivery. A total of 246 Plan V and 31 Plan T were procured by the Dutch Railways.
| Generation: | Construction year: | Number: | Numbers: | Manufacturer: |
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| Plan TT | 1961 | 1 | 501 | Werkspoor |
| Plan T | 1964-1965 | 30th | 502-531 | Werkspoor |
| Plan V1, V2, V3 | 1966-1970 | 38 | 401-438 | Werkspoor |
| Plan V4 | 1969-1970 | 18th | 441-458 | Werkspoor |
| Plan V5 | 1969-1970 | 13 | 459-471 | Talbot / DÜWAG |
| Plan V6 | 1969-1970 | 12 | 472-483 | Werkspoor |
| Plan V7 | 1970-1972 | 40 | 801-840 | Werkspoor |
| Plan V8 | 1972-1976 | 30th | 841-870 | Talbot |
| Plan V9 | 1972-1976 | 18th | 871-888 | Talbot |
| Plan V10 | 1972-1976 | 32 | 889-920 | Talbot |
| Plan V11, 12.13 | 1972-1976 | 45 | 921-965 | Talbot |
commitment
The Dutch Railways distinguishes between the two types of trains Sprinter (originally Stoptrein ) and Intercity (initially also Sneltrein ) in passenger transport . Both types of train have 1st and 2nd class. The Sprinters are used in regional transport, they have a larger number of doors and stop at every train station. The Intercity only connect the larger train stations, they are more comfortable and preferably travel longer distances. The Mat '64 were mainly used as a sprinter, but they were also occasionally used in intercity traffic.
The Mat '64 have a steering position at the front and rear. This allows it to be used as a push-pull train . It is also possible to couple trains to form multiple units . The trains have a characteristic engine noise. Pneumatically actuated block brakes are used to brake , which are the cause of relatively high rolling noises compared to today's railways and the occasional screeching brake noise.
The Mat '64 were used on almost all electrified rail lines in the Netherlands. There were also trips to neighboring countries, such as B. to Emmerich or Bad Bentheim. Railways outside the Randstad have been tendered in the Netherlands since 2006, when the Arriva and Veolia companies each took over eight Mat '64 train pairs and operated the routes taken over for almost two years until new railcars were delivered. In 2006 the Dutch transport company Connexxion used five Mat '64 train units on the “Valleilijn” route ( Amersfoort - Ede-Wageningen ) for one year.
Halfweg accident
In the Halfweg railway accident on November 2, 1966, the number 521 derailed as train 1018 in North Holland . The train passed a switch at high speed. This caused damage to all cars. After the derailment, the Bk1 powered end car came to a standstill right next to the track, the BD wagon was completely next to the line, while the AB and Bk2 halves landed in a ditch on their side. On November 7, 1966, the train arrived at the Revisiebedrijf Haarlem for repairs . The return delivery took place on July 24, 1967. The opportunity was also used to subject the set to a minor revision.
Retirement
The older Plan T trains were last renovated between 1999 and 2002. From around 2008 they were taken out of service after the maintenance intervals had expired. In the 1990s and increasingly from 2000 onwards, the Plan V multiple units also began to be retired. The successors were the NS series ICM (Koploper), the NS series SM '90 (Railhopper), the NS series SLT and the double-decker trains Dubbeldeksaggloregiomaterieel ( DD-IRM ) and Nieuwe Intercity Dubbeldekker (NID).
With the timetable change at the end of 2015, the intention was to take all remaining Plan V units out of operation. However, due to a lack of vehicles, this was delayed until April 4, 2016. By then, 28 trains were still operational. A specialty today is a Plan V stored in Amsterdam-Lelylaan, which has been converted into a restaurant. The train units No. 876 and 904 belong to a foundation for museum purposes. The foundation originally owned number 419, but it was irreparably damaged in a collision in 2009.
Individual evidence
- ↑ Hondekop Foundation. In: Mat ′54 website from railway enthusiasts. Retrieved February 4, 2017 (Dutch).
- ↑ a b Stichting Mat '64. In: Mat ′64 website from railway enthusiasts. Retrieved February 4, 2017 (Dutch).
- ↑ Oude Benelux Hondekop weer naar Nederland. In: treinreiziger.nl. July 10, 2015, accessed February 4, 2017 (Dutch).
- ^ Rolling Stock. In: website of NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen NV. Retrieved March 4, 2017 (English).
- ↑ T - treinstellen Plan T: Schadegevallen. In: www.railwiki.nl. Retrieved February 8, 2018.
- ^ Het Utrechts Archief: (reference no.) 652: Bij Halfweg op November 2, 1966. Nederlandse spoorwegen, dienst vervoer en dienst exploitatie. Treatment of onregelmatigheden tijdens het vervoersproces. Reports van de gemeenschappelijke onderzoeken naar ongevallen, 1926-1976 (Am Halfweg on November 2, 1966. Dutch Railways, Service Transport and Service. Treatment of irregularities during the transport process. Reports of joint investigations into accidents, 1926-1976).
- ↑ Adieu Mat'64. In: Rail Magazine. September 25, 2016, Retrieved March 4, 2017 (Dutch).
- ↑ oud NS-treinstel wordt restaurant op station Lelylaan. In: Het Parool. October 29, 2015, accessed March 4, 2017 (Dutch).
