The double S-bend of the A-pillar, the main design theme, visually reduces the overall height in the roof area and integrates the crash elements in the front area.

It is the first German rail vehicle ever sold to the French railway company SNCF – a milestone for Siemens.

The Avanto is immortalized on a French special issue stamp.

Visualization of the final design.

Production of the first vehicles.

Making off: Complete built-up and design detailing in 3-D CAD systems / control of highlights and surface quality

Initial design.