During the 75th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, four cities expanded their subway systems. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

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These events occurred on September 26, September 28, and October 1, significantly expanding transportation networks in Xi’an, Tianjin, Chengdu, and Wuhan.

Subway Network Expansion in Xi’an and Tianjin

On September 26, Xi’an introduced a fully automated Line 10, adding 34.4 kilometers to the city’s subway system. The line has 17 stations, with 11.9 kilometers underground and the rest above ground.

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On the same day, Lines 5 and 6 were also extended, increasing the Xi’an subway system by 43 kilometers. Line 5 was extended by 3.4 kilometers, while Line 6 grew by 4.5 kilometers. The new stations improve transportation connections across various city areas.

On September 28, Tianjin extended Line 5 by 1.3 kilometers, now connecting to the new Jinjin Line. This new 13.4-kilometer subway line includes an underground interchange and two intermediate sections. The line operates with three-car and six-car trains serving different routes. The maximum speed on the Jinjin Line is 120 km/h, but plans aim to increase it to 160 km/h in the future.

New Subway Systems in Chengdu and Wuhan

On September 29, Chengdu launched a new suburban Line S3, stretching 38.7 kilometers. This subway line begins in Futian and connects southeastern areas with the city of Ziyang. Part of the route runs through a tunnel, while the rest is elevated. The line is served by CRRC Chengdu trains, which accommodate up to 1,416 passengers. The maximum speed on Line S3 reaches 160 km/h, allowing a full trip from end to end in just 26 minutes.

Finally, on October 1, Wuhan extended Line 7 by 15.1 kilometers northward to the city of Huangpi. The new subway section includes above-ground stations and a few underground stations in its final stretch. This line is now one of the longest in Wuhan, with a total length of 84.1 kilometers. It is served by six-car trains, with plans to increase to eight-car trains in the future.

Thus, Chinese subway systems continue to grow, providing faster and more convenient routes for passengers.

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