Mass Rapid Transit refers to high-capacity urban rail networks that move large volumes of passengers across metropolitan areas. These systems typically rely on electric multiple units running on dedicated, grade-separated alignments to ensure high frequency and speed without interference from freight or road traffic.
Heard on the job
The new MRT extension will require three additional substations to handle the traction power draw during rush hour.
Also heard as
- mass transit
- rapid transit
Related terms
Commuter rail
A passenger train service connecting a city center with its surrounding suburbs.
Heavy rail
A transit system or conventional railroad operating on fully separated right-of-ways with high passenger capacity.
EMU
An electric multiple unit is a self-propelled passenger train powered by electricity.