Spirit trains
Overview
The Alstom Citadis Spirit trains run on Line 1 of the O-Train.
These trains typically run in pairs (two connected cars), making each train around 81 metres long, with a total capacity of 600 passengers (240 seated, 360 standing).
The SPIRIT train runs about every 10 minutes, and every 5 minutes during peak periods on Line 1. Each train has 14 fully accessible double doors for quick and easy boarding.
SPIRIT TRAINS IN TRANSIT
Powerful, modern, and fast
The name “SPIRIT” refers to the Alstom Citadis Spirit Light Rail Transit (LRT), a 100% low-floor light-rail vehicle customized for North American conditions.
We received 34 train cars for the initial Line 1 launch, from Blair to Tunney's Pasture. With the Line 1 East extension coming soon, we now have 56 train cars in our fleet. Sixteen more will be added for the O-Train West Extension.
Exterior
- Front and side LED destination signs
- White exterior for ease of maintenance
- Black doors stand out from car body
- Gray and red wave derived from OC Transpo "Curve"
Interior
- Easy access to grab bars
- Next stop announcements and electronic signage
- Passenger intercom
- Slip-resistant floors
- Co-operative priority seating area with flip-up seating
- Heated flooring
- Yellow grab bars
Key figures
Step inside with 360°
Virtual tour
The virtual tour is simple to navigate:
- Use your mouse to move through the train.
- Learn about train features by clicking the red and white "O" button.
- Allow time for the virtual tour to load after clicking the play button.
Accessibility
- 100% low-floor trains with wide entrances that are level with station platforms
- Automated next-station announcement system with digital screens
- Emergency passenger intercoms
- Yellow grab bars for high visibility
- 14 fully accessible double doors and door controls at accessible heights
- Eight priority seating areas near each door
- Slip-resistant, low-glare floors
Train doors
Opening the train doors
- When the train arrives at the station, doors usually open automatically.
- In some situations (few riders or bad weather), you must open the doors manually by pushing the green button.
Steps to open manually:
- Listen for an audio message indicating the train has arrived.
- Look for the green button on the door and press it to open.
Closing the train doors
- The light above the door will turn red.
- The button on the door will turn red.
- A chime sound will play.
Important reminders:
- Do not hold or block the doors; this delays the train. Wait for the next train, which comes every 5 minutes or less during peak periods.
- Ensure your items (backpacks, bags, etc.) are fully inside the train so the doors can close properly. If something is blocking the doors, the train cannot depart.
