In China, trains are one of the important means of public transportation, and the models starting with C represent an efficient and convenient way to travel - intercity EMU trains. With its unique mode of operation and high speed, this type of train has become an "urban vein" connecting neighboring cities or major cities within an urban agglomeration.
Intercity EMU trains are a major feature of China's railway system, which mainly serves economically developed regions, such as Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei, Yangtze River Delta, Pearl River Delta and Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, aiming to meet the growing commuting demand between cities, shorten the time and space distance between regions, and promote the development of regional integration. It typically travels at speeds between 160 and 200 km/h, which is a significant increase over ordinary trains and significantly reduces journey times.
By taking the C-type intercity train, passengers can enjoy a shorter stop interval and journey time, which not only meets the needs of modern fast-paced life, but also reduces the pressure of long-distance travel to a certain extent. The interior design of the train is mainly based on seating, including business class, first class and second class seats, etc., to meet the comfort needs of different passengers, but generally does not provide sleeper service to meet its characteristics of mainly serving short- and medium-distance passengers.
At present, China's intercity EMUs mainly include two models, Harmony and Fuxing, which represent the different stages of development of China's railway vehicle manufacturing technology, and reflect the advanced level and innovative development achievements of China's rail transit equipment manufacturing industry in terms of safety, comfort and environmental protection and energy saving.
In general, C-type intercity EMU trains are not only an important symbol of China's railway modernization, but also a key component of the construction of inter-city transportation network, which plays an important role in building a livable and workable urban agglomeration environment and promoting the coordinated development of regional economy and society.