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Anyone who has ever thought about traveling by train could not help but learn about the NE train, especially if they wanted to make their trip special. After all, this class has long been associated with comfort and high-level service. It is no secret that this method of transportation is not cheap, and in order to decide to buy a ticket, you need to have enough knowledge about it. And if there is a need for them, then this article will tell you about the features of such cars and answer the main question: “What is it - a SV train?”

Types of SV cars

The decoding of the abbreviation SV is simple - sleeping car. Cars of this class are not in vain considered one of the most comfortable on the road. this moment. Their layout allows you to travel in conditions much more comfortable than in simple compartment cars. What is the difference between a coupe and an SV? They differ from them in two-seater compartments instead of four-seater ones. To date, there are four layouts for compartments in such cars.

The main division is based on the number of compartments: there can be 8 or 9. Accordingly, the first are designed to carry 16 passengers, the second - 18. The location of the seats may be different, but in any case, there will only be double compartments on the train.

sleeping car compartment

Cars with 8 compartments come in two modifications. In the first, the sleeping places are located one above the other. In addition, there is a folding table, a wardrobe and an armchair. The main difference is the washbasin combined with the neighboring compartment, which has a shower. There are two toilets located at opposite ends of the car, although this is not a feature of the specific scheme. Another type offers compartments in which sleeping places are located side by side, so a separate shower had to be sacrificed. But there is a common one.

Cars with 9 compartments are also divided into two types. In the first sleeping places opposite each other, in the second one above the other. And if the first combination does not offer any more amenities, then the second one has a separate washbasin for each compartment. There is no shower in such cars, toilets are located similarly to 8-compartment cars.

In any case, such schemes are more convenient for passengers. Fewer seats reduce the load on the toilets, there are never queues in them. Conductors can devote enough time to any passenger. The noise level is much lower.

Schemes of cars SV Russian Railways

In order for the car to meet the expectations of the passenger, he must first know its layout. The presence of a shower allows you to make multi-day trips without sacrificing convenience. Therefore, the choice must be taken very carefully.

Service classes

If everything is relatively clear with the types of cars, then the classes of service on CB trains can confuse anyone, because it is not easy to decipher them. They differ not only in the classes themselves, but also in the carriers that own the trains. Not the last role is played by the manufacturer.

FPC

Carrier JSC "Federalnaya passenger company» offers the following service classes:

• 1B and 1E. Maximum service. A carriage of this class is always equipped with air conditioning and a dry closet. So you can forget about sanitary zones. You will be offered a sanitary kit, bed linen and the latest press. The ticket price includes meals and beverages at the request of the passenger. The difference between B and E is that in the first case, one person buys both places. But in this case, he has the right to carry a pet with him.
• 1T. The equipment of the car corresponds to the previous class. The difference lies in the not so broad list additional services.
• 1U. A truncated version of 1B. The passenger is waiting for a wagon with air conditioning and a dry closet. He will be given bed linen. Since all the compartments have been bought out, you can transport your pet.
• 1L. One of budget options. In such cars there may not be a dry closet. Otherwise, the conditions correspond to class 1U.
• 1D (tourist). In addition to the lack of a dry closet, there is no possibility to transport animals.

These classes will be served by 9-compartment cars, which were mentioned earlier. For branded trains, 8-seater options are mainly used. This means that the classes of service there offer a slightly different set of services. For example, consider the classification of the Strizh train:

• 1E. In addition to the list of services from the carriage with the 9th compartment, the passenger will be offered either a separate washbasin and shower, or a shared shower. There will be a TV in the compartment, you can connect to Wi-Fi.
• 1E. A full redemption of the compartment is required, no matter one or two passengers. You can transport a pet. The rest is similar to the previous class.
• 1T. The difference lies in the absence of additional services.

All three classes include meals, sanitary kits and bed linen.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the RIC cars. These cars are produced in Tver together with Siemens AG concern. They are used internationally. At the moment they are found in 3 types. Previously, they had two and three-seater layout. In the latter, the sleeping places were located one above the other.

RIC car

Now it is difficult to meet such cars, because they are being replaced by wagons with a standard 4-seater scheme. Therefore, only double options act as CB cars. They are equipped with a shared shower, keyless entry in the compartment (as in some hotels - with a plastic card) and an electronic scoreboard with basic information.

tks

Let's go to the carrier "TKS"

It forms branded trains, completing them with high-class carriages. These new, modern and comfortable carriages with excellent finishes are able to bring the traveler closer to home comfort. The manufacturer has implemented modern engineering solutions in the field of air conditioning, ventilation and sound insulation.

Note! Coupe looks very presentable. A wide range of services is also provided: standard and additional, which are the responsibility of experienced staff who have received special training to improve the level of service.

SV cars are represented by two service classes:

• SV+ (1B "Business TK"). Such cars are present on the routes Moscow - Volgograd and Moscow - Saratov. The passenger will have unlimited food and drinks, free internet, a mother-and-child room and a shower. It is possible to transport a pet and order a taxi to the station.
• SV car (1B "Business TK"). Same services except shower.

All compartments are equipped with TVs, the latest press is available, and the sanitary and hygienic set has been expanded. Please note that the carrier offers separate services for passengers with children.

Important! For kids, you can order a special arena, which is designed with all safety requirements in mind. For older children, the conductor can put safety arcs on the top shelf. These services are free, but require pre-order.

The list of additional services is very wide, it can be found on the company's website.

Grand Express

The private Grand Express train, which is sometimes compared to a hotel on wheels for its comfort, consists of 16 cars. 4 of them are SV cars:

• Premium (1E);
• Premium Single (1L);
• Grade 1 - Business (1B);
• Grade 1 - Standard (1U).

Premium wagon compartment

In terms of equipment and service level, it is equal to the best analogues from Europe. The highest equipment, specially trained staff and a wide range of services indicate that the passenger is at the forefront. Therefore, he has the right to be called one of the best. Despite unusual name CB cars, it's quite easy to understand.

The compartment of the Premium car is redeemed as a whole, two people can ride. It has a TV, sockets, a separate sink and a safe. Air conditioning and heating can be controlled. The lower sofa unfolds into a bed 100 cm wide, the upper shelf (80 cm) folds. There is a separate chair.

On a note: The ticket price includes breakfast with dessert, hot drinks and water. The Internet is distributed free of charge. Extended sanitary and hygienic set.

The Premium Single car provides the same compartments and the same service, but only one passenger travels in the compartment.

Grade 1 - Business. A car with double compartments with a lower arrangement of berths. There is no washbasin, sanitary-hygienic set is standard. The rest of the service corresponds to higher classes.

All three classes provide transfer at the point of arrival.

Grade 1 - Standard. Similar to Business, but without a transfer.

Coupe car 1st class

Tver Express

The last carrier in whose trains SV cars run is Tverskoy Express. It has a fast train "Megapolis", which, judging by the description, provides its passengers with a decent service.

Its carriages are equipped with air conditioners and dry closets. The compartment has sockets, the Internet is distributed. All passengers are provided with slippers.

The carrier provides 3 classes of service:

• 1B. The passenger has the right to count on a hot breakfast and a set of meals. Tea and coffee unlimited. Plus bed linen, sanitary kit and press.
• 1L. There is no hygiene kit and press.
• 1U. The ticket price does not include meals.

Buying tickets

If a passenger decides to make a trip in carriages of this class, then buying a ticket will not be an obstacle for him: you can buy tickets at the box office of the station or without leaving your home.

SV coupe has always been considered one of the most prestigious. Taking into account modern technologies and service, it is safe to say that the passenger will spend his trip without noticing any restrictions and inconveniences. If he appreciates the time spent on a trip, then he will definitely choose it, because now he knows everything about CB: what is comfort and worthy service.

Very comfortable but not really fast transport to move from one city to another, is the train. On the one hand, usually Train Station located within the city, it is easy to get to it by any transport, and the cost of tickets is much cheaper than by plane or bus.

But traveling by train will take much longer than by air. And if you have a long journey ahead of you, more than 12 hours, and sometimes 2-3 days, you should definitely take care of your comfort: this way the time will fly by faster, and the trip will not seem too exhausting.

Wagon types

To date, our railways, the review does not take into account the trains of other countries, they provide several types of cars. We list them in ascending order of comfort:

• seated car;
• reserved seat;
• coupe;
• SV-car;
• luxury wagon.

However, tickets for carriages are most in demand on OnlineTickets: reserved seat, due to their cheapness, compartments and SV, due to increased comfort.

What is a compartment car

A compartment carriage is a second-class carriage, in which there are 9 or 10 separate compartments. Each compartment is insulated by a sliding door. Inside it is: 4 beds, a table, two luggage racks, in new trains - air conditioning and radio.

SV-car

According to the decoding, the SV-car is a sleeping car superior comfort, which has 9 double compartments. A compartment, as a rule, with 1 or 3 beds. Unlike the coupe-car, there are soft, more comfortable sleeping shelves, a transforming table, an armchair, a built-in wardrobe, in addition to the main ceiling lamps, there are also small reading lights.

Branded trains also provide a TV and accessories for washing. In the CB car, there is always a button to call the conductor. The interior of the SV-car is more expensive, and a bit like home furnishings.

By the way, the inventor of the SV-car is the American engineer George Pullman, who in 1867 for the first time introduced seats for passengers with the possibility of transforming into lying places. Prior to this, passengers in the carriages sat on hard seats, which was very uncomfortable.

Luxury car

You should also not confuse a luxury car with a compartment car or SV. A luxury carriage is a completely separate carriage that is rented for the carriage of a certain group of passengers with increased comfort conditions.

The entrance to this car for outsiders is buried. The luxury car is equipped with a shower cabin, a good toilet, a mini-bar, a bedroom and other luxury items. This car can be called as a car for VIPs: stars, politicians.

A separate car is a restaurant car, where you can have a delicious meal, drink coffee, tea, hold business negotiations if the trip takes place with a partner, or invite a compartment companion for a glass of wine.

Sedentary, compartment, SV, soft) one more was added - suite. This is the highest level of comfort. The Russian Railways luxury car is everything that a passenger can wish for on the way. This one involves VIP service. So far, few people know what is hidden under the term "luxury car of Russian Railways." Let's try to understand what it is. The cars themselves are classified as soft, but have a different arrangement than those that have been known to Russians since Soviet times. They contain from 4 to 6 compartments. Accordingly, service classes are designated: 4-compartment - 1A, 5-compartment - 1I, 6-compartment - 1M. Otherwise, these rolling stocks are called luxury cars. There, comfort is formed on the principle of "all inclusive", that is, the ticket price includes travel to the destination station, meals, various amenities and other benefits.

Luxury car compartment

Each has a toilet room, which is equipped with everything you need. It has a dry closet, which can be used even during stops, a washbasin, a shower and a “warm floor”. The living space of the compartment is equipped with an individual air conditioning system (with the possibility of heating the room), there is a radio, TV and DVD player. The luxury car is equipped with individual safes for storing valuables. The passenger can call the conductor with a special call. Each compartment has two beds, one of which (1.2 meters wide) turns into a sofa. The second place, 0.9 meters wide, is the traditional "second shelf". In 4-compartment carriages there is a salon-bar where you can drink tea, coffee, soft drinks and alcoholic drinks.

Catering for luxury car passengers

The ticket price includes meals on the way. There are at least five different dishes on the menu, which will be prepared by the chef of the dining car. The dishes are quite varied. It can be borsch or okroshka, or pancakes with strawberry jam, casserole or dumplings - the choice is left to the passenger. If the train follows several days, the menu is updated every day. Top quality products: mineral water in glass bottles, natural juices, alcoholic drinks only of premium quality. The table is served with linen napkins, cupronickel cutlery, branded crockery.

Extra comfort level

The Russian Railways luxury car is constantly being cleaned, but, of course, not to the detriment of the comfort and tranquility of passengers. More experienced conductors who have undergone additional training to escort VIP passengers work in such cars. Clients are provided with a complete hygiene kit: terry bathrobes, slippers, towels, napkins, cotton buds and discs, dental and shaving kits, soap, shampoo, shower cap, that is, everything that may be needed for body hygiene. In cars with 4 compartments, instead of a regular shower, shower cabins are equipped. Passengers are offered the latest press. The carriages were designed by well-known designers, so the interior of the premises is very imposing. Passengers immediately appreciated the dignity of the Russian Railways luxury car. Photos testify to its comfort and design refinements.

Conditions for purchasing tickets

In the luxury car of Russian Railways, tickets are purchased under slightly different conditions than in others. Firstly, the coupe in it is sold entirely under one name. Thus, the possibility of random fellow travelers on the road is completely excluded. But, although one person buys a ticket, two people can ride in a compartment. The second person does not travel documents. Also, a child can ride in the compartment. In domestic trains - up to 10 years, and, for example, in Helsinki - up to 6 years. In the direction of Berlin, Paris or Nice, you can buy the entire compartment, or you can buy only a seat in it. If two adults are traveling in a compartment, one child under the age of 12 can travel free of charge. If one adult is traveling in a compartment, then you can take two children with you on the road, also up to 12 years old. When transporting children, the compartment is redeemed in full, the ticket is issued for one person, indicating the name and information about identity documents. If three adults are traveling in a compartment, the third passenger's ration is paid additionally in accordance with the fares of the dining car.

Travel in comfort

The Russian Railways luxury car is very popular. Since its inception, passenger turnover has decreased to 2%, while in more comfortable rolling stock it has increased by almost 5%. Enhanced comfort carriages are primarily designed to be included in branded and tourist trains. They are equipped with a pressurized system of cold and hot water supply. Constantly renewed supply of water - more than 1000 liters. The heating system is combined: from a heating pad on liquid fuel and from heating elements. type. The luxury car is completely autonomous and may not replenish supplies within 10 days.

Detailed description of the TKS car

Consistent comfort and convenience in any class of service.

TCS luxury carriages are technologically advanced and safe. The double compartments of TKS branded carriages have everything that the most demanding guest needs: a modern interior, comfortable beds and a rich TV program. To diversify your trip, we have prepared. For those who like to read on the road, fresh newspapers and new issues of popular magazines are always available in the carriages.

In the "Business class" TKS always has fresh bedding, a travel kit with terry slippers, 220 V sockets for charging a smartphone, tablet or laptop. Excellent comfortable temperature - the opportunity to fully relax on the trip. To provide additional security, the carriages are provided with electronic access keys in the compartment. An hour after the departure of the train is waiting for you delicious dinner and drinks, and breakfast in the morning. High quality and freshness of dishes is our commitment to business class guests. The number of rations depends on the distance of the trip and is indicated on the ticket. For dinner, our guides will offer hot dishes prepared on the way under the supervision of the company's employees: salads from fresh and pickled vegetables, hot poultry, fish, and boiled pork. Look in a special section of our website.

Hot served with a variety of side dishes. Dessert is fresh or canned fruit. Juice is also served with dinner. Guests with individual culinary preferences can choose from specially designed children's and vegetarian menus. For breakfast, you can order dishes to choose from: milk oatmeal, scrambled eggs. In addition to breakfast, you will be offered: dessert (cake), snack (sliced ​​cheese or sandwich), butter, wheat bun, yogurt. Drinks are offered for each meal in the SV carriages: water (carbonated or non-carbonated), hot chocolate, tea in pyramids, freshly brewed coffee. Hot drinks, including coffee, tea and hot chocolate are offered to guests free of charge throughout the entire journey. For connoisseurs of coffee aromas, we offer 5 varieties of freshly brewed premium coffee. In the carriage there is always a large selection of green and black teas of only elite varieties. At the request of the guest, tea is served in a glass or brewed in a teapot. in the cars of our company you can buy fresh confectionery products and chocolate High Quality, souvenirs and gift perfumes. We accept cash and bank cards. The cost of tickets of class 1B "Business TC" includes bed linen, fresh newspapers to choose from, terry slippers and an extended travel set: refreshing and paper napkins, comb, toothpaste and toothbrush, shoehorn, sponge for shoes.

We will save you from worrying thoughts about the mood and health of your pets. Spend time on the road in the company! Small animals, birds or dogs of large breeds can be transported in SV TKS carriages - but on condition that both seats in the compartment are purchased. In this case, we do not charge an additional fee for the transport of animals. Large dogs are transported in TCS wagons with a collar and a muzzle. Transportation of guide dogs accompanying disabled people is allowed in all types of TCS cars without additional payment and registration of transportation documents. The guide dog must be collared and muzzled and be at the feet of the guest it accompanies. Transportation in trains long distance and suburban communication on the territory Russian Federation small domestic (pet) animals, dogs and birds is carried out without presenting veterinary documents.

Guests wishing to travel without compartment neighbors can issue a single ticket for one person. The special cost of the tariff is set for a one-time booking of an entire two-seater compartment. The ticket price includes travel and a set of services for the All Inclusive service system for one person. , railway ticket offices and commercial ticket offices issuing printed tickets (be careful, a service fee may apply). Please note that the name of the fare "Single" is noted in the column "Type of document" in the ticket.

Baggage allowance in branded wagons TKS: hand luggage no more than 50 kg. for CB cars. Baggage in the sum of three dimensions should not exceed 180 cm (width + depth + height). You can store your luggage in the lockers below the lower seats.

On the site you can buy railway tickets for the carriages of the railway passenger carrier "TransClassService" without commission and additional payments. We work on the basis of the License of the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation and in compliance with the law, international standards in the field of transportation of passengers and luggage.

Brief description of wagon types

Characteristics in parentheses refer to double-deck cars.

In which wagons are pets allowed?

Transportation of animals on the train is associated with compliance with many conditions: certificates are needed, a small animal is allowed to be transported only in a cage, for a large dog you will have to buy the entire compartment. More about transporting animals:

Compartment carriage

In such a car, there are usually 32 or 36 seats. In the coupe lower places odd, and the top ones are even. The compartments are isolated from each other and are locked. The compartment has a mirror, a table, hangers and hooks for clothes, as well as a night lamp for each passenger. In a one-story car, you can sit freely on the top shelf in a compartment, while in a two-story car it is inconvenient, since the ceiling is low. There is a niche under the ceiling for luggage (available only in a one-story car).

Econom-class train

The car has 9 compartments with 6 beds: two upper, two lower and two side. There are no doors between the compartments, they are all connected by a common corridor. All the bottom places are odd-numbered, and the top ones are even-numbered. Seats 37 to 54 are "sides" and are shorter than the seats in a block of four. Seats 33 to 38 are located near the toilet, they may be uncomfortable. There is a lot of space for luggage in the reserved seat - these are compartments under the lower seats and third shelves. Due to the presence of the third shelf in the upper place, it is uncomfortable to sit in the reserved seat.

Car with seats

First grade. It is quite spacious here - usually there are three rows of seats. In total, there are up to 48 seats in such a car. Each chair folds out into a reclining position. An LCD TV is often installed under the ceiling in the aisle. The carriage has air conditioning.

Second and third grade. Up to 68 seats in the car - up to four rows of seats, less legroom. There may be a small folding table on the back of the front seat. Air conditioning is not guaranteed.

Car with seats (electric trains)

These trains include "Lastochki" and some express trains. The first class is more comfortable than the rest - there are fewer seats in the car, more distance between the rows.

Luxury car (SV) and RIC (2-seat compartments)

The old designation for a luxury car is SV, which means "sleeping car". It has 8-10 compartments with 2 beds, both are located below. Sometimes there are suites with a vertical arrangement of seats. Each shelf resembles a soft sofa - there is a comfortable back for sitting. In terms of service level, a suite is better than a compartment car - the suite usually has a call button for the conductor, air conditioning, and some trains also have a TV.

RIC - international wagons. Usually they are a little better than those running around the country, as new cars go abroad.

Soft

The soft carriage resembles a hotel room. Each compartment has 1 or 2 beds. If there are two places, then the lower one is a soft sofa that converts into a bed 120 cm wide. The upper place is 90 cm wide. The compartment also has a table and an armchair, there can be a TV and a mini-bar. Here they always serve a hot breakfast, give out a shower set, a bathrobe and a terry towel.

Shared wagon

Usually this econom-class train with three seating positions on each lower bunk. The side shelves are also used as seating.

"Sapsan"

This popular high speed train runs between Moscow and St. Petersburg. In some sections, it accelerates to 250 km / h and passes its route in 4 hours, which takes about 8 hours for an ordinary train. The peregrine falcon is also different increased level comfort. All Sapsan carriages have air conditioning and dry closets.

"Swift"

This is a high-speed train, a version of the Spanish Talgo 250 adapted for Russia. It runs between Moscow and Nizhny Novgorod. The carriages are characterized by a high level of comfort.

On December 17, 2016, the Swift Moscow-Berlin went on its first flight. In it, in addition to sitting cars of the 1st class and soft ones, there are compartment cars.

Cars of the carrier "TKS"

TKS (JSC TransClassService) is the largest private carrier. It does not have its own trains; under an agreement with Russian Railways, it adds cars to the branded trains of JSC FPC. Today, more than one hundred and forty carriages of the company run from Moscow to sixteen destinations. These are compartment cars, luxury (SV) and several reserved seats. TKS JSC has only new cars, and it offers many pleasant little things that the state-owned carrier does not have.

Cars of the carrier "Grand Service Express"

Cars of the carrier "Tverskoy Express"

LLC Tverskoy Express is a private passenger company founded in 2003. She owns the Megapolis train - it runs between St. Petersburg and Moscow and makes a stop in Tver along the way. In terms of comfort, Megapolis is comparable to FPC branded trains. All train cars are new and the interiors are decorated in orange and blue.

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