About SunRail Trains
For its trains, SunRail features MotivePower Industries’ state-of-the-art multi-level commuter railcars, designed to seamlessly combine safety, convenience, and comfort, reflecting a commitment to elevate your commuting experience.
Enjoy the Advantages
Whether you find yourself navigating the bustling downtown environment for work or are seeking a more convenient mode of transportation to traverse the diverse landscapes of Central Florida, SunRail stands as “a better way to go.”
Save Money
Less gas, less maintenance, and lower insurance premiums keeps your money in your pocket.
Avoid Congestion
With scheduled commute times, you can avoid delays and safely arrive at your destination.
Commute Safely
Onboard security, improved tracks, and an advanced control system ensure safe travel.
Onboard Amenities
SunRail offers various amenities to integrate safety and comfort seamlessly into your daily commute.
Free Wi-Fi
SunRail offers unlimited Wi-Fi on all passenger trains for a seamless digital experience.
Power Outlets
Standard 110-volt electrical power outlets available to supply power for electronic devices.
Comfortable Seating
Wide and comfortable seats with plenty of leg room make SunRail a cushy ride for everyone.
Luggage Storage
Lower-level train car seats flip up to provide passengers with additional luggage storage.
Bike Storage
Lower-level train cars offer cyclists designated areas to secure their bicycles.
Onboard Restrooms
Clean & accessible restrooms include grab bars, mirrors and sinks with lever-operated faucets.
Onboard Accessibility
SunRail trains adhere to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards, ensuring accessibility for passengers with disabilities by providing features such as accessible boarding, designated spaces for mobility devices, and other accommodations to facilitate a barrier-free travel experience.
Mini-High Platforms
Each station has mini-high platform ramps to make boarding easy.
Wheelchair Lifts
All trains are equipped with 30” wide x 48” long wheelchair lifts.
Flip-Up Seats
Flip-up seats accommodate passengers who use wheelchairs and/or motorized scooters.
Restrooms
Accessible restrooms include grab bars, mirrors, and sinks with lever-operated faucets.
Service Animals
Service animals, aiding individuals with disabilities, are welcome onboard trains.
Safety is at the Heart
SunRail prioritizes passenger safety as a cornerstone of its operations. With rigorous maintenance protocols, state-of-the-art technology, and dedicated staff training, SunRail ensures a secure and reliable transportation experience for all passengers.
MotivePower® is Safety Excellence
SunRail is powered by the MPXpress® diesel-electric commuter locomotive, designed by MotivePower, to enhance the performance and reliability of the SunRail passenger system.
- Start With Safety – MotivePower engineers worked closely with operating and maintenance crews to design a safe, comfortable, and user-friendly SunRail cab with high-visibility windows and an ergonomically designed control console.
- Unsurpassed Strength – The structural design of the MPXpress® meets the American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) crashworthiness standards for crew safety and exceeds current Federal Railroad Administration requirements.
- Reduced Emissions – The MPXpress® is the cleanest diesel-electric commuter locomotive available today and meets existing Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tier 2 emission standards.
Positive Train Control
Positive Train Control (PTC) is a federally mandated safety system that monitors and controls train movement, ensuring effective communication among freight companies, Amtrak, and SunRail sharing the same tracks. This safeguard measures safe speeds through work areas, providing crucial protection for individuals working on the tracks.
PTC minimizes human error during normal travel by automatically adjusting a train’s speed, halting it if there’s a high-speed concern or another train on the same track, ensuring safe travel based on predetermined factors and real-time updates on other integrated trains.
Global Positioning System (GPS)
The GPS system consistently monitors the location of SunRail trains along the rail corridor and relays these coordinates to the PTC aboard each train.
On Board Positive Train Control (PTC) System
Each SunRail train is equipped with onboard Positive Train Control (PTC), tasked with transmitting both train location and speed data to the Radio Communication Network.
Radio Communications Network
The Radio Communications Network functions as the central hub, facilitating the connection and transmission exchange among On-Board PTC Systems, Communication Servers, and Trackside Interfaces.
Communications Server & Dispatch Control
Communication Servers gather and organize data from every SunRail train, enabling Dispatch Control to monitor the information and communicate with both the train crew and track workers.
Trackside Interface
Trackside interfaces, akin to traffic lights designed for trains, are tasked with monitoring ALL train traffic, including SunRail, CSX, and Amtrak.