New HR4000 Subway Cars Enhance LA Transit with Modern Features

LA’s transit system takes a step forward as Metro introduces HR4000 subway cars, designed to increase capacity, enhance comfort, and support urban growth in preparation for future expansions. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

HR4000 Subway Cars Bring Modern Upgrades to LA’s Transit Network

Metro’s HR4000 subway cars entered service last week, marking a major milestone for LA transportation. Ordered in 2016 and built by CRRC, the $178 million upgrade enhances capacity and passenger experience.

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Key features include middle-facing benches, which increase standing room, and open gangways, allowing easier movement between connected cars. Modern electronic displays also make navigating routes, including North Hollywood and the Westside, more intuitive.

LA Prepares for Growth with New Subway Cars and Future Expansions

The HR4000 models will operate along the Wilshire/Western extension, linking Beverly Hills and the VA Campus. However, changes in federal regulations prohibit Metro from ordering more units from CRRC.

Metro will introduce HR5000 subway cars, produced by Hyundai-Rotem, to replace older models before the 2028 Olympics. These updates support LA’s long-term goals for sustainability, accessibility, and transit efficiency.

Metro’s HR4000 subway cars highlight LA’s commitment to modernizing its transit infrastructure. Future upgrades, including the HR5000 launch, ensure LA remains prepared for rising demand and major events.

Source: la.urbanize.city

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