When buying a train ticket via the Internet, you may notice that each car belongs to a class. They are abbreviated as 2K, 2L, 1C, 3E, etc. The essence of the designation is to show the passenger the type of carriage (reserved seat, compartment, luxury, etc.) and an approximate list of services that should be provided for in it.

The details depend on the carrier - each of them implies its own nuances under the class of the car. Majority Russian trains are formed by the "Federal Passenger Company" (JSC "FPK"), moreover, in general, the principles are the same. Therefore, below the marking of wagons is explained in accordance with the FPC standards with separate additions from other carriers.

Sapsan trains

All carriages are air conditioned.

• 1P - coupe-negotiation room, sold only as a whole. Drinks, leather armchairs, dressing room, projector-equipped meeting room and more.
• 1B - just places in the 1st class carriage, without a negotiation room. All the comforts and service of the most”.
• 1C - business class car. Armchairs and tables, wardrobes, footrests. High quality service. Sockets at each block of seats, drinks, hot meals on the menu, the latest press, etc.
• 2C is an economy class seated carriage. Places at the table and not at the table, clothes hangers, luggage space, headphones.
• 2B - class "Economic +" (car No. 10 and No. 20). It differs from the economy class in that it is more spacious, there is a socket near each block of seats, a lunch box is included in the ticket price, and Wi-Fi is available.
• 2E - seats in the bistro car, the ticket price includes meals in the amount of 2000 rubles from the menu. You can buy online on the day of departure and the next day.

Strizh trains

All carriages have air conditioning and drinking water (free of charge). Dry closets, video monitors work, the train is accompanied by security. All cars have individual sockets - under the seats or in the compartment

• 1E - CB (VIP). The coupe is for sale as a whole, 1 or 2 passengers can ride in it. The top bunk folds down and the bottom seat converts into two armchairs. The compartment has its own bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. Safe, sockets, advanced travel kit, TV with a choice of video programs. The ticket price includes food and bed linen.
• 1E - similar to class 1E, but you can buy one seat in a compartment.
• 1P - seated cars of the 1st class. Spacious, comfortable chairs, meals, sanitary kit and newspapers are included in the fare.
• 2C - seated cars of the 2nd class.

Shared wagon

• 3O - common car. As a rule, the same shelves are located there as in the reserved seat, but 3 tickets are sold for each lower shelf. This is supposed to be seating. In new trains, these cars are made more comfortable and specialized. Air conditioning and dry closet may not be.
• 3B - common car without seat numbers. The presence of air conditioning and dry closet is not guaranteed.

seated wagon

Seated cars (category C) are equipped with individual seats. At the same time, the conditions, convenience, and layout of the car can vary significantly, since both Sapsan and interregional cheap cars belong to this category. In the latter, they are increasingly trying to create the most comfortable conditions: folding tables, a socket under each chair, etc.

• 1C, 2C, 3C - cars with this marking are found in a variety of trains (from high-speed to suburban "expresses"), and the conditions in each case are assumed to be different. As a rule, class 1 and 2 are air-conditioned (not guaranteed), class 3 is not. Additional services depend on the specific train. The class (and fare, respectively) is determined by the number of seats in the car, the type of seats, etc.
• 1P - in a double-decker seated car, seats in a compartment are marked like this (for example, seats 133, 134 on the train 045/046 Moscow - Voronezh). The ticket price includes food, press, hygiene kit. You can ask the conductor for a blanket.
• 1B - a car with individual accommodation, that is, all seats are redeemed. The ticket price includes food, press, hygiene kit. You can ask the conductor for a blanket.
• 2P - wagon superior comfort, equipped with air conditioning and dry closet. The ticket price includes cold snacks.
• 2B, 3G - there may be no air conditioning, additional services are not included in the fare. Animals can be transported in wagons of this class. Keep this in mind if the presence of animals can be an obstacle for you to travel, or if you yourself need to travel with a pet. .
• 2E - a seated car with air conditioning, the presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.

reserved seat wagons

These are wagons with berths, 52 or 54 shelves per wagon. Usually referred to as 3rd grade.

• 3E - econom-class train with air conditioning and dry closet.
• 3T - the car is air-conditioned, there may not be a dry closet.
• 3D - the car has air conditioning. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.
• 3U - similar to 3D, but the presence of an air conditioner is not guaranteed.
• 3L - air conditioning and dry closet are not provided.
• If the carrier is TKS CJSC, then the class 3U carriage is supposed to have an air conditioner and dry closets. There are sockets in each compartment, video surveillance works. Passengers are provided with travel kit, bed linen. Animals cannot be brought in.

coupe

The car is divided into closed compartments with 4 shelves in each. In total, there are from 32 to 40 seats in the car. Marked as class 2. Bed linen is always included in the price of a ticket in a compartment.

• 2E is an air-conditioned luxury carriage with 4-seater compartments. The ticket price includes food, press, sanitary kit. It is possible to travel with the carriage. There is a dry closet in the carriage.
• 2E - in double-decker trains - similar to 2E in conventional trains, but hygiene kit and press are not provided.
• 2B - similar to 2E, but the presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.
• 2K - air conditioning and dry closet in the carriage, Additional services (except for bed linen) are not included in the ticket price.
• 2U - similar to 2K, but the presence of a dry closet in the car is not guaranteed.
• 2L - no additional options, only linen is included in the fare. The car may not have air conditioning and dry closets.
• 2D - coupe without additional services, you can refuse to pay for bed linen (it is impossible in other compartment cars). The presence of an air conditioner and a dry closet is not guaranteed (it depends on which car the seats of this class are allocated). Transportation of animals is not provided.
• If the carrier is ZAO TKS, then class 2T means dinner or breakfast to choose from (there is a vegetarian menu), a sanitary kit, slippers, printed publications, and bedding. The carriages are air-conditioned, dry closets work. The compartment has an LCD monitor, individual sockets, a safe. Children are given gifts, on request a playpen. In the car for additional fee you can order freshly brewed coffee or tea, buy souvenirs or small things necessary on the road from the conductor. The transport of animals is prohibited.

Suite (SV)

These are carriages with 2-seater compartments. Soft shelves for lying, in the car from 16 to 20 seats. Linen is always included in the fare All carriages are air conditioned. Marked as class 1.

• 1B - business class. The ticket price includes drinks, meals, newspapers, hygiene items, etc. The cost is indicated for the whole compartment, in which 1 adult passenger travels.
• 1E - the same as 1B, but you can buy one seat in a compartment, rather than redeem it entirely.
• 1U - additional services are not included in the ticket price (except for bed linen), but the level of comfort corresponds to the first class.
• 1L - SV car. Additional services are not included in the ticket price, air conditioning is assumed, but there may not be a dry closet. Bed linen is included in the ticket price, pets are allowed.
• If the carrier is TKS CJSC, then class 1B "Business TK" includes dinner and breakfast, drinks, sanitary kit, slippers, printed publications, bedding. The car is air-conditioned, dry closets and a hygienic shower work. Each compartment has 2 TVs and individual sockets, a safe.

soft wagon

These are also 1st class carriages, but more comfortable than luxury carriages. Double compartments, 8-12 seats per car.

• 1A - the car consists of 4 compartments and a saloon-bar. Each compartment has a shower, dry closet and washbasin. There are two places in the compartment: a wide folding sofa (120 cm) and an upper shelf (90 cm, standard). There is an armchair. Food, drinks, newspapers are provided. The price is always indicated for the whole compartment, 1-2 adults plus a child under 10 years old can ride for free (in Russia). You can travel with small
• 1I - similar to 1A, the only difference is that there is no bar, instead of it, the fifth compartment is located in the car.
• 1M - the same, but 6 compartments in the car.
• 1G - marking of the car in international trains (except Finland). 4-6 compartments in the car, each can carry 1-2 passengers. Two children under 12 years old can ride together with one adult (free of charge), with two adults one child under 12 years old can travel together. Each compartment has an armchair, a wide folding sofa and an upper shelf of a standard width. You can buy both the whole compartment and one seat in it.

RIC cars

In international trains (Moscow-Berlin, Moscow-Paris, etc.) there may be cars of a fundamentally different layout - cars of RIC size. They are divided into compartments, each of which can be double or triple.

• 2-seater RIC carriages are similar to luxury carriages in terms of conditions and markings.
• 3-seat RIC carriages (class 2I) are three-seat compartments with a vertical arrangement of shelves. There is an armchair and a washbasin. Bed linen is included in the ticket price.

The information is for reference only. Check with your carrier if necessary.

Happy travels!

Passenger cars are divided into types, depending on the characteristics of the seats in the car. This information is reflected in the booking system and in the ticket itself.

Wagon types:

• WITH - sedentary(with seating) places like in an electric train on hard seats or on soft seats, similar to airplane ones);
• ABOUT - general (a reserved seat car in which people sit in threes on one lower shelf, and the upper ones are not used);
• P - reserved seat (4 places in one compartment - two lower and two upper shelves. The compartment is not separated from the corridor by a door, but opposite it there are two more side shelves - upper and lower);
• TO - compartment (4 places in one compartment, separated from the corridor by a door - two lower and two upper shelves);
• M- soft (mostly triple compartments - two lower and one upper shelf, in private cars (in the Red Arrow) and private trains (Grand Express) double compartments with different levels of equipment - TVs, showers, etc.);
• deluxe or sv(double compartments in which there may be additional equipment - TV, DVD player, shower, etc. - both shelves are lower).

1. The seating car of a passenger train

The seating car is equipped with seats for the movement of passengers in a sitting or semi-sitting position. The number of seats in the cabin may vary depending on the class of the seated car. Traveling in this type of carriage for long distances is extremely inconvenient and tiring. First of all, the fact that it is very difficult to sleep in a sitting position on the floor. We do not recommend you to travel in seated cars on long routes.

2. Classroom passenger car

The reserved seat car has an affordable price and at the same time is quite comfortable for traveling. That is why the reserved seat car is the most popular among the population. An ordinary reserved seat car consists of 9 compartments open type. The car has 54 beds. Each compartment has 4 seats - two on the lower level and two on the upper. In addition to the compartment, there are also 18 side seats: nine each at the top and nine at the bottom. Folding tables and a special storage shelf under the ceiling are installed in all open compartments and in the side niches. The places of the lower tiers are equipped with special places for folding bags.

Scheme of the location of seats in the car

In the reserved seat near the toilet - places from 33 to 38 (of which 37 and 38 are side ones),

In the general car - places from 49 to 57 (55-57 - side).

3. Compartment passenger car

The compartment car is equipped with nine quadruple compartments. With the help of this car it is possible to transport 36 passengers. Each compartment is equipped with soft or hard sleeping shelves. The compartment has two upper and two lower shelves, to which are attached soft backs, a folding table, a ceiling light, special reading lamps, a mirror on the front door. A specially equipped place for luggage is made under the sleeping shelves. In addition, there is also a place for luggage in a niche, which is located above the aisle of the compartment car. The main advantage that a compartment car has over other cars is that the compartment is closed from the inside. Therefore, passengers (in the amount of 4 people or less) traveling in it can not worry about the safety of their personal belongings and sleep peacefully. Recently, Russian Railways has introduced an innovation in the form of the so-called "women's and men's compartments". In such compartments, tickets are sold only to representatives of the same sex. This feature does not affect the cost of the railway ticket. Seats 33-36 are located next to the toilet in compartment cars.

All passenger carriages are equipped with a two-seater service compartment for conductors.

The layout of seats in the compartment car

4. Sleeping passenger car luxury (SV)

Cars of the "Lux" (CB) type have 16 or 18 seats (two lower or lower and upper), the last single compartment is intended for the conductor. The sleeping car has 9 double compartments. According to the constructional conditions, 18 passengers can travel comfortably in the SV car at the same time. SV compartments are equipped with soft sleeping shelves with special soft backs, comfortable tables, hangers. Seats 17 and 18 are located next to the toilet in the SV carriages.

Layout of seats in the SV car

5. Soft carriages VIP (LUX)

The cars have several varieties: with six compartments in the car, with five and with four. The carriages, in which there are four compartments, are equipped with a saloon-bar.

The compartment of a "Luxe" class car is 1.5 times larger than the standard one in a car with six compartments and 2 times larger than the standard one in a car with four. The compartment has 2 beds: a sofa that transforms into a single bed 120 cm wide, and an upper shelf 90 cm wide. The compartment has an armchair and a folding table.

Each compartment has an individual bathroom with a washbasin, a vacuum toilet that functions even during stops, and a shower (in a car with four compartments - a shower cabin). The floor in the bathroom is heated.

The compartment of the "Lux" class carriage is equipped with an individual air conditioning system, a TV, a DVD player and a radio.

Layout of seats in the LUX soft carriage

6. International carriages

International carriages, depending on class, can have 22 seats in double compartments (without middle shelves) or 33 in triple compartments.

International carriage with 3-seater compartments

International carriage with 4-seater compartments

Abbreviations of wagon types and service classes

Luxury carriages (VIP)
Suite 2-seater coupe with places to lie in the car 8-12 seats		4 compartments and a salon-bar in the car. Folding sofa 120 cm wide and top seat 90 cm wide, armchair. Extra comfort car (meals, drinks, sanitary kit, newspapers, linen). The fare is for all compartments. Only the whole compartment is for sale (in a compartment it is possible to issue a ticket for one or two adult passengers). For domestic trains: Meals, drinks, sanitary kit, press, linen. Transportation of a child under 10 years old For international communication with European countries: Bed linen, sanitary kit, press (for Finland). Free travel for children: for 1 adult passenger - no more than 2 children under 12 years old; for 2 adults - no more than 2 children under 4 years old or 1 child under 12 years old, except for Finland. For Finland - no more than 2 children under 6 years old or 1 child free of charge not older than 6 years respectively for 1 or 2 adult passengers.
		5 compartments in the car. Shower, dry closet, washbasin, air conditioning in the compartment. The fare is for all compartments. in domestic traffic free of charge.
		6 compartments in the car. Shower, dry closet, washbasin, air conditioning in the compartment. Folding sofa 120 cm wide and top seat 90 cm wide, armchair. Extra comfort car (meals, drinks, sanitary kit, newspapers, linen). The fare is for all compartments. Only the whole compartment is for sale (in a compartment it is possible to issue a ticket for one or two adult passengers). Transportation of a child under 10 years old in domestic traffic free of charge. Animal carriage service.
SV or RIC carriages (2-seater)
2-seater coupe with places to lie in the car from 10 to 20 seats	(business)	Tariff 1B is indicated for the whole compartment, with 1 adult passenger. Air conditioning, dry closet in the car . Extra comfort car (meals, drinks, sanitary kit, newspapers, linen). Animal carriage service.
		Luxury car with services (meals: dinner or breakfast, drinks, sanitary kit, printed publications, bedding). The presence of an air conditioning unit, dry closets in the car. Animal carriage service.
		Animal carriage service.
		Railcars of RIC size. Domestic Post: The presence of an air conditioning unit, dry closets is not guaranteed. Linen is included in the fare. Animal carriage service. Railcars of RIC size. International Post: Designated - 1L; 1/2. The presence of an air conditioning unit, dry closet in the car. Two lower seats, a washbasin, an armchair in a compartment. Linen is included in the fare. Railcars of RIC size. International communication (Baltic countries, Mongolia, China): Designated - 1L; 1/2. Availability of air conditioning unit, dry closets not guaranteed. Linen is included in the fare.
	1 D
		Air conditioning in the car. Availability of dry closetsnot guaranteed. Linen is included in the fare.
		SV car (VIP) - in the train "Strizh". The fare is for the whole compartment, in which 1 or 2 passengers can follow. Bathroom with shower, washbasin, dry closet in the compartment. Air conditioning in the car. Animal carriage service.
	1 e	Bathroom with shower, washbasin, dry closet in the compartment. Air conditioner in the wagon. 2 beds. The lower bed converts into 2 seats. TV with choice of movies. Extra comfort car (Meals, sanitary kit, linen included in the fare). Animal carriage service.
RIC carriages (3-seaters)
RIC 3 seater compartments with places to lie 30 seats in the car		RIC carriages run in international traffic. Vertical arrangement of shelves on one side, washbasin, compartment chair. Air conditioning in the car. Linen is included in the fare.
Compartment cars (K)
TO (compartment) 4-seater compartments with places to lie in the car from 32 to 40 seats		Extra comfort car (meals, sanitary kit*, newspapers*, linen). Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. Animal carriage service. *except for double-deck cars
		A luxury car with services (food, sanitary kit, newspapers, linen). Air conditioning in the car, the presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.
		Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. Animal carriage service.
		Air conditioning in the car. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed. Animal carriage service. Linen is included in the fare.
	2 L	Availability of air conditioning unit, dry closet not guaranteed. Linen is included in the fare. Animal carriage service.
		Linen is included in the fare.
Second-class carriages (P)
P (Reserved seat) open wagon with places to lie in the car from 52 to 54 seats		Air conditioning, dry closet in the car.
		Air conditioning in the car. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed. Animal carriage service.
		Animal carriage service.
	3 L	The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed.
	3 P	For transportation of organized groups of children on the basis of a compartment car. Air conditioning, dry closet in the car.
Carriages with seats (C)
Car with seats for seating (in improved layout) (Seated)		Extra comfort carriage (cold appetizers, sanitary and hygiene kit, blanket, set of printed materials*). Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. * for STRIZH train and double-decker train
Car with seats for sitting (in improved layout with individual accommodation)		Extra comfort car (meals, sanitary kit, press, blanket). Air conditioning, dry closet in the car. Animal carriage service.
Car with seats on the basis of a sleeping passenger car with 4-seater compartments	3 R	Extra comfort carriage (meals, sanitary and hygienic set, blanket).
Car with seats for seating (in standard configuration)		Extra comfort carriage with services (sanitary and hygienic set). Air conditioning, dry closet in the car.
	2 C	Air conditioning, dry closet in the car.
		Air conditioning in the car. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed. Animal carriage service.
	2 E	Air conditioning in the car. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.
	3 F	The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed. Wagon with animal transportation service.
	3 C	The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed.
For trains of the 800th and 700th numbering (multi-car rolling stock)
C (Wagon with seats for sitting) improved or standard layout, number of seats in the car, depends on the design of the car		1st class carriage, 36-60 seats The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed.
		2nd class car, 60-80 seats The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed.
		Animal carriage service. 2nd class car, 60-80 seats Air conditioning in the car. The presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed.
	2 M	The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed.
		3rd class carriage, 80-117 seats The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed.
		3rd class carriage, 80-117 seats The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed. Animal carriage service.
General wagons
O (General) open wagon with seating		The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed. Animal carriage service.
	3 V (without numbers)	The presence of air conditioning, dry closet is not guaranteed.
Carrier CJSC "TKS"
Railway carriage s NE
L (Lux) 2-seater coupe with places for lying, in the car from 16 to 18 seats	"Business TK"	2 local compartments. Included in cost: meals (dinner and breakfast), hot drinks (tea and coffee), bedding, travel kit, terry slippers, newspapers to choose from. In the compartment: 2 TVs, 220V sockets, safe, air conditioning system. There are biotoilets.
Kupher wagons
K (compartment) 4-seater compartments with places for lying in the car from 32 to 36 seats	2 "Comfort"	4 local compartments. Included in cost: meals (dinner or breakfast, juice), bedding, travel kit, slippers, newspapers and magazines. In the compartment: TV, 220V sockets, safe (not guaranteed), air conditioning. There are biotoilets.
		4 local compartments. No power. The price includes: bedding, travel kit, slippers, newspapers and magazines. In the compartment: TV, 220V sockets, safe (not guaranteed), air conditioning. There are biotoilets. Choice of male or female coupe.
reserved seat wagons
P (Reserved seat) open wagon with places for lying in the car from 52 to 54 seats	3 U	Open wagon. No power. The price includes: bedding, travel kit. 220V sockets - in each compartment. There are biotoilets. Air conditioner. Video surveillance system.
Carrier CJSC TK "Grand Service Express"
Grand Imperial	1 and	In each compartment: bathroom (shower, sink, toilet), individual air conditioning, 2 TVs, wireless headphones, safe, hair dryer. Hot dinner with wine, breakfast in the compartment. Fruit and dessert. Freshly squeezed juices, mineral water, tea and coffee without restrictions. Travel kit, bathrobe, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. Private transfer.
Grand de Luxe		In each compartment: bathroom (shower, sink, toilet), individual air conditioning, safe, hair dryer. The coupe is bought as a whole (2 seats in the coupe).
Grandee		Hot breakfast. Fruit and dessert. Freshly squeezed juices, mineral water, tea and coffee without restrictions. Travel kit, bathrobe, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. Private transfer. The coupe is bought as a whole (2 seats in the coupe).
Grand Single		Single occupancy. In each compartment: bathroom (shower, sink, toilet), individual air conditioning, safe, hair dryer. Hot breakfast. Fruit and dessert. Freshly squeezed juices, mineral water, tea and coffee without restrictions. Travel kit, bathrobe, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. Private transfer. The compartment is bought as a whole, only for one passenger (1 seat in the compartment).
		In each compartment: sink, central air conditioning. Travel set, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. Private transfer. The coupe is bought as a whole (2 seats in the coupe).
Premium Single		Single occupancy. In each compartment: sink, central air conditioning. Hot breakfast. Fruit and dessert. Mineral water, tea and coffee without restrictions. Travel set, slippers. Press of your choice. Wireless Internet. Private transfer. The coupe is bought as a whole (1 seat in the coupe).
1 class Business		The compartment has two separate lower seats. Central air conditioning, safe and wardrobe. Travel set, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. Private transfer. 220V socket for each passenger.
1 class Standard		The compartment has two separate lower seats. Central air conditioning, wardrobe. Hot breakfast.Mineral water, tea and coffee unlimited. Travel set, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. 220V socket for each passenger. A place in a compartment is bought (2 seats in a compartment).
Economy		The compartment has four separate seats (2 lower / 2 upper). Central air conditioning. Hot breakfast. Mineral water, tea and coffee without restrictions. Travel set, slippers. Press of your choice. Digital TV, wireless internet. 220V socket for each passenger. A place in a compartment is bought (4 seats in a compartment).
Carrier JSC "Directorate of high-speed communication"
High speed trains with seats WITH(wagon with seats) the number of seats depends on the design of the car		Coupe-interview room
		First class carriage
		Business class car
		bistro car
		Economy class car "Plus"
		Economy class car
Carrier OOO Tverskoy Express*
SV cars
L (Lux) 2-seater compartments with places for lying, 18 seats in the car (horizontal shelves), toilet rooms at both ends of the car	1 B	SV with business class services (the price includes a set of meals, hot breakfast, tea, coffee, traveler's sanitary kit, slippers, newspapers)
	1 L	RV with catering services (price includes hot breakfast)
	1 U	CB without services
compartment wagons
K (Coupe) 4-seater compartments with places for lying, 36 seats in a carriage (two upper and two lower shelves in a compartment), toilet rooms at both ends of the carriage	2 e	compartment with economy class services
	2 T	Compartment with catering services (the price includes hot meals, cold snacks and drinks to choose from from the restaurant car menu for a total of 1000 rubles.)
	2 L	Compartment without services (the presence of an air conditioning unit)
	2 K	Kupeyny-Standard (without services)
	2	Compartment-Universal (without services)
The cost of using a set of bedding in all travel classes is included in the fare. * - classes of service in the carriages of trains No. 020U / No. 019U.
Carrier JSC "Central Suburban Passenger Company"
Ambulance suburban trains with provision of seats C (car with seats) the number of seats depends on the design of the car	1 C	1st class carriage, 36-42 seats
	2 C	1st class carriage, 36-42 seats
	3 C	3rd class carriage, 80-117 seats

The following shall be printed on the travel document (ticket): the type of wagon - in the first line in the column "Wagon", indicating the number of the wagon; class of service - in the second line after the codes of the departure and destination stations, corresponds to the established tariff, depends on the carrier and the provision of a range of services in the car.

Trains long distance only in appearance they are the same: the level of comfort inside is very different. In a compartment, reserved seat,
Suite has offers with different services. Bathroom, shower, air conditioning, sanitary kits, press -
The fare depends on the volume of service, as well as the level of comfort.

Categories of wagons

1. Suite, or ST. Nine double compartments are equipped with additional equipment - TV, shower,
   player. Both shelves - lower or "lower + upper". The level of comfort is maximum.

SV carriages are classified as first class: they have 16-20 comfortable seats
for lying and additional equipment

1. SoftVIP, luxury. In this category there are cars with 4-6 compartments. Spaces there in 1.5-2
   times more than usual. The lower sofa transforms into a single bed 120 cm wide. The width of the upper
   shelves - 90 cm. Mandatory equipment - an armchair, a folding table, an individual bathroom with a washbasin, shower and
   vacuum toilet.

Soft VIP cars are equipped with individual bathrooms in each compartment, shower or
shower cabin

1. compartment. The quadruple compartment with a door has two upper and two lower sleeping shelves. In the coupe
   there is a folding table, special reading lamps, a ceiling lamp, a mirror. Ninth compartment (seats 33-36)
   located near the toilet. During certain periods, buying tickets at the airport allows you to save up to 50%.

Among the compartments there are both air-conditioned luxury cars and
as simple as possible

1. reserved seat. Unlike the compartment, there is no door, but opposite there are two more side shelves
   with folding table. There are 54 seats in the car: near the toilet - with numbers from 33 to 38.

1. General. By design, this is an ordinary reserved seat, but the upper shelves are not used: three passengers
   are located on the lower sitting. The least demanded places are near the toilet - from the 49th to the 57th.

Shared carriages are made more comfortable in new trains
for sitting

1. Sedentary. Equipped with special chair seats - hard, like in an electric train, or
   soft like on an airplane. Ideal for short distance travel.

Russian Railways cares about the convenience of passengers, so recently railway service of differentiation
men's and women's compartments. The cost of tickets remains the same, despite the fact that travel cards for certain compartments
documents are sold to persons of one gender only. Comfortable and safe!

Main classes of service

Service class	Amenity level	Services	Wagon type	Additional Information	Transportation of animals
1A, 1M, 1I	Shower, washbasin, dry closet, air conditioning in the compartment		Soft VIP	1A - 4 compartments and a bar, 1I - 5 compartments, 1M - 6 compartments. Mandatory redemption of the entire compartment	Yes
1B	Air conditioning and dry closet in the car	Meals, press, sanitary kit, linen	SV, business class	It is allowed to buy only the whole coupe	Yes
1L	Air conditioning in the car	Linen, no extras	SW	10-20 seats in a car	Yes
1E	Washbasin, shower, dry closet in compartment. Air conditioning in the car	Meals, newspapers, sanitary kit, linen, TV with a choice of films	SW	Mandatory redemption of all seats by one or two passengers	Yes
2K		No services	compartment	There are 32-36 seats in the carriage	Yes
2E	Air-conditioning, bio-toilet in the carriage	Meals, sanitary kit*, newspapers*, linen (* except for double-decker cars)	compartment	There are 32-36 seats in the carriage	Yes
3E	Air-conditioning, bio-toilet in the carriage	No services	reserved seat	There are 52-54 seats in the carriage	No
3D, 3U		No services	reserved seat	There are 52-54 seats in the carriage	Yes
3O	Air conditioning, dry closet may be absent	No services	General	With seating arrangements	Yes
2B	Air conditioning, dry closet may be absent	No services	General	No seating indication	No
3С, 3Ж, 2Е, 2В, 2С, 2Р	2C, 2R - air conditioning, dry closet in the car, 2B, 2E - air conditioning, 3G, 3C - air conditioning and dry closet can absent	Without services, except for 2P (sanitary and hygienic kit)	Sedentary	With standard layout seats	2B, 3G - yes
1R, 1B	Air-conditioning, bio-toilet in the carriage	Food, sanitary kit, plaid	Sedentary	With improved layout seats	1B - yes

Information about the category is located on the first line of the railway ticket along with the carriage number. You can find out the class of service from the second - it is indicated immediately after the codes of the departure and arrival stations. Decide on what you want
paid services in
train and book tickets for the one in which you will be comfortable and relaxed!

The train is considered the most convenient and democratic way of transportation. The cost of tickets is quite acceptable, comfortable conditions have been created for passengers. This is justified when there is a long, many hours of travel ahead. What does a modern passenger car look like? What can be found inside, what types of cars are there in Russian Railways? It's worth looking into it in more detail.

Classification and characteristics of passenger cars of Russian Railways

Before purchasing tickets, customers must find out which compartments are available.

Modern passenger car

There are several types in Russian Railways:

1. Without berths - the cabin resembles an economy class aircraft. The rows of seats are separated by a single aisle in the middle. If the train is suburban, then the seats will be hard, if the interregional - soft. However, such trains are not designed for a long journey.
2. The common car is the same reserved seat, but there people sit together in threes on the shelves below. The upper ones are either not used or missing.
3. With sleeping quarters. This is a reserved seat car, where there are open (without doors) compartments, where there are 4 standard seats. Opposite, through the passage, two side. Luggage folds down below, under the lower shelves.
4. Compartment cars have 9 identical 4-seater compartments, each equipped with sliding doors. Inside 4 separate places, there is luggage compartment(below, under the lower shelves).
5. Sleeping cars with increased comfort. They contain compartments Lux (or SV). Also 9 identical compartments, but each has 2 seats, usually at the bottom. In many ways, the equipment is similar to compartment cars, just more comfort.
6. Premium wagons. They are available on tourist trains. There are only 4-5 compartments in the car due to their large size. Inside, in addition to sleeping places, there can be armchairs, a bathroom (toilet, shower), TV, etc.
7. Double-deck cars are rarely found on Russian Railways trains. As a rule, these are luxury carriages. Now they are available on trains from Moscow to Voronezh, St. Petersburg and other cities. They allow you to carry more passengers, which affects the cost of the ticket.
8. Freight wagons. They carry out cargo transportation throughout Russia. Equipment and appearance wagons vary depending on the type of cargo they carry. If these are liquid substances, then there are special large containers (refrigerators) for them. If the material is loose - closed sealed wagons. For large cargoes, semi-open or open wagons are designed, where you can secure the cargo. In addition to appearance, they differ in size, shape and carrying capacity.

Double deck passenger cars

This is the main classification common to all trains: high-speed, passenger, tourist. Details already depend on the carrier company itself. Russian Railways even has large, double-decker trains.

Important! Before purchasing a ticket via the Internet, check the class of the carriage. There are special abbreviations to help you figure it out.

Types of passenger cars in Russian Railways

There are short letters various types wagons. They are indicated on the ticket, and are also available in the flight description on the website.

Wagon types	Designation	Description
Sedentary	WITH	There are seats (soft or hard) for sitting.
General	ABOUT	A reserved seat car, where people sit side by side in threes at the bottom, the upper shelves are absent or simply not used
reserved seat	P	4 standard places (two lower and two upper) and through the aisle 2 side. There are no fences at the compartments.
compartment	TO	4 standard seats - passenger compartment, there are sliding doors.
Soft	M	In most of them there are triple compartments, sometimes double ones, there are additional conditions (shower, TV).
Suite/SV	L/SW	Double compartments, where both shelves are located below. Increased comfort provided by additional services - the Internet works, there is a TV.

Important! The type of carriage compartment largely determines the cost of the ticket. In the NE they are expensive, the cheapest is a reserved seat or a common one. All compartments are well heated, there is a radio and light, the issuance of linen.

The new Russian Railways carriages are distinguished by increased comfort, even in ordinary compartments there are convenient shelves, the toilet is better equipped, the Internet works and there are sockets.

compartment car

Features of the equipment of passenger cars of Russian Railways

Russian railway companies- carriers who produce their own vehicles are trying to re-equip the cars, introducing more individual features that could appeal to passengers. The main classes of carriages remained unchanged, but many nuances appeared in the design.

Non-compartment wagons of different models

Passenger trains are considered non-compartment, where there are no separate compartments. This is a general (category C) carriage compartment and reserved seat. A common feature is the presence of seats where passengers sit like in an airplane. At the same time, the layout, conditions and location of seats in different trains may vary. You can navigate by letter abbreviations (general):

• 1C, 2C or 3C - usually 1-2 classes have air conditioning (not always), 3 - definitely not; the list of services offered additionally depends on the train itself (Sapsan, interregional);
• 1P - similar marking is found on new double-decker carriages, where the total cost of the purchased ticket includes food, hygiene kit and the opportunity to ask for a blanket;
• 1B - a special compartment where you need to buy all the available seats, it is convenient when traveling in groups, the price includes meals, individual hygiene kits and presses;
• 2P - a suite that offers passengers increased comfort, air conditioning and its own dry closet, cold snacks are included in the price;
• 2B and 3G - there is air conditioning / no question, there are definitely no additional services, but animals can be transported there;
• 2E - the usual sitting suite, there is air conditioning, but the dry closet is questionable.

Econom-class train

New reserved seat cars also have a number of features. They belong to the 3rd class:

• 3E - wagon luxury reserved seat, air conditioning, there is a dry closet;
• 3T - there is air conditioning, but the dry closet is in question;
• 3D - there is air conditioning, there is no guarantee of a dry closet, but the transportation of animals is allowed;
• 3U - resembles 3D, only the air conditioner is not guaranteed;
• 3L - no air conditioning and dry closet.

Important! If the carrier is CJSC TKS, then 3U has a working air conditioner, dry closets. There are also sockets and video surveillance. However, the transport of animals is prohibited. Not all new reserved seat trains in Russian Railways are the same.

Interregional carriages of different models

Trains running within the country between regions. As a rule, they are designed for close and medium distances. There are high-speed trains like "Sapsan" or "Strizh" and ordinary passenger trains.

Interregional carriages

Train "Sapsan" - the cars in it are all air-conditioned:

• 1P - a separate meeting room, can be purchased as a whole, there are drinks, comfortable leather chairs, a meeting room equipped with a modern projector;
• 1B - the usual place of the 1st class, without a meeting room;
• 1C - business class, there are armchairs, wardrobes, comfortable beds; high-class service, sockets, drinks, meals are ordered from the Menu;
• 2C - economy class, seated train, there are hangers, headphones, a luggage compartment;
• 2B - "economy +", it is more spacious, there is a socket, a lunch box is available;
• 2E - seats in a special bistro car, you can buy a ticket via the Internet, meals are provided.

"Strizh" is a technically equipped modern train. Everywhere there is air conditioning, free drinking water, modern dry closets, video monitors, and the train is always accompanied by security. Passengers have access to sockets:

• 1E - SV (VIP), coupe, sold as a whole, there are 2 separate places, the upper shelf can be folded, and the lower one can be transformed into two comfortable chairs, increased comfort (bathroom, safe, TV, food), in addition, you can transport animals;
• 1E - resembles 1E, but you can purchase a ticket separately without redeeming the entire compartment;
• 1P - 1st class, comfortable seated cars, it's convenient there, the price includes meals, hygiene kit;
• 2C - class 2, regular, sitting compositions.

Train Strizh

Important! When planning the transportation of animals, it is necessary to start preparations in advance. Find out in which cars there is a similar service, what is required for the pet (certificates, documents).

Compartment cars of different models

Most people prefer to take a coupe. There are amenities, the ticket price is quite affordable. Characteristics of compartment cars different trains has a number of distinctive features that can be identified in advance if you know the meaning of the designations:

• 2E - a new reserved seat car of the Russian Railways, which implies increased comfort, there is an air conditioner, in addition to the ticket, the price also includes food, a hygiene kit, you can transport animals if necessary;
• 2E ( double decker train) - resembles 2E in a standard train, but there are no hygiene kits and fresh press;
• 2B - resembles 2E, only the availability of dry closets is questionable;
• 2K - air conditioning is working and there is a dry closet, you can transport animals if necessary, additional services - only the provision of bed linen;
• 2U - resembles 2K, only there is no guarantee of the presence of a dry closet;
• 2L - standard conditions, from additional services only linen, the composition will not necessarily have a working air conditioner or dry closet, but animals can be transported if necessary;
• 2D - an ordinary compartment, while you can not take linen, you can not transport animals and there is no guarantee for the presence of an air conditioner or dry closet;
• 2T - if the carrier is TKS CJSC, then the company offers dinner / breakfast (optional), hygiene kit, press and slippers. The trains are well air-conditioned, there are dry closets, an LCD monitor, sockets, even a safe. A playpen is available upon request. You cannot bring animals.

Compartment carriage

In terms of dimensions, compartment trains do not differ too much from SV or reserved seat. Exception - 2-storey new trains. There, not only the dimensions, but also the layout of the compartment is different.

SV cars of different models

These are comfortable suites with spacious double compartments. Always air-conditioned and the cost of linen is necessarily included in the total ticket price. Considered 1st class:

• 1B - a real business class, having paid for a ticket, the passenger receives - drinks, delicious food, fresh press, an individual hygiene kit, a compartment is redeemed, animals can be transported;
• 1E - resembles 1B, only you can buy a ticket, not all compartments;
• 1U - no additional services (except for linen), the level of comfort is reminiscent of class 1 and animals can be transported if necessary;
• 1L - aka SV, there are really no additional services, the car is air-conditioned, but the presence of a dry closet is not guaranteed, animals can be transported if necessary;
• 1B - or "business TK", a similar train is available on trains from the carrier CJSC "TKS", where passengers will be offered a delicious dinner, hearty breakfast, various drinks and separate hygiene kits, fresh press, linen. The suites are well air conditioned and have showers, toilets and TV.

Note! A soft carriage is a kind of high class 1 carriages, but they are more comfortable.

The compartments are all double, only 8-12 seats happen per car:

• 1A - inside the train there are 4 separate compartments, a salon-bar, inside the compartment there is a folding comfortable sofa bed (120 cm), a standard upper shelf, an armchair;
• 1I - resembles 1A, the only difference is the absence of a bar, but it is replaced by the fifth compartment;
• 1M - also, only inside the car there are 6 separate compartments;
• 1G - allows you to transport 2 children (1-12 years old) with adults free of charge, if there are two adults - 1 child in the compartment, the compartment has a comfortable folding sofa bed, a standard shelf on top. You can redeem a compartment or one seat.

Important! When purchasing a ticket, it is better to find out all the nuances from the cashier in advance so that the possibility of transporting animals or the lack of a dry closet does not become unpleasant news.

International railcars of different models

These are special RIC cars. According to their drawings, it can be seen that there are 2-seater comfortable compartments and 3-seater:

• 2-seater - similar to luxury trains;
• 3-seater (2I) is a spacious three-seater compartment, where the shelves are all vertical. There is an armchair, a small washbasin, linen is provided.

In the Russian Federation, there are several trains plying on distant international flights like Moscow-Berlin or Moscow-Paris.

Double deck cars

The creation of tall two-story suites was welcome news for passengers. Now they run on several interregional routes. For example, Kislovodsk-Moscow or Moscow-Kazan.

Double-decker train - general view

• a schedule convenient for passengers has been created;
• such trains are capable of carrying more people;
• it is possible to reduce the actual fare for compartments and SVs, more places will still pay off the costs;
• environmental safety (these compositions are created using the latest technologies and materials);
• people's interest - they choose 2-deck cars for the sake of interest, which will also have a positive effect on profits.

Characteristics of wagons:

• coupe - instead of the usual 36 as many as 64 seats;
• SV - instead of 18 accepted - 30 places;
• dining car - designed for 44-48 people;
• in the carriages there are isolated 4-seater and separately 2-seater comfortable compartments (2nd floor).

Level of service in wagons

Restaurant car on the train

The service can be judged by the presence / absence of conditions:

• air conditioning (available almost everywhere);
• dry closet (not always);
• socket (specify availability);
• Internet (availability to be specified);
• TV (only suite, SV);
• location of luggage (everywhere);
• hot water (available in the corridor);
• bed linen (issued);
• hygiene set (luxury, SV);
• shower (luxury, SV);
• the ability to transport an animal (specify).

Important! All services are reflected in the total cost of the ticket, so when buying, their availability must be clarified.

New models of passenger cars

Of course, the greatest excitement was caused by the appearance of comfortable 3-storey large suites. Comfortable compartments, stairs, the conductor has a microwave, a real coffee machine and a thermal pot. You can order coffee or warm up homemade food.

Luxury car

The conductor remotely regulates the climate (temperature, humidity), can also administer the access system and manage the entire power system.

Passengers have sockets, radio. You can catch stations yourself. In the compartment, as usual, there are 4 separate seats and a small folding table.

The downside of such trains is that there are no third shelves on top, all luggage will have to fit below.

In addition to them, models were released:

• 61-4441 - standard compartment car (six-seat compartments);
• 61-4444 - restaurant trailer.

They were added to the composition of the corporate high-speed train"Petrel".

Conclusion

Russian Railways is developing, trying to take into account all the new technologies being created. Internet, showers, LCD monitors have already appeared in the trailers. In the "luxury" the journey seems comfortable and does not cause any problems.

In addition to Russian Railways, other Russian railway companies are engaged in transportation, although their share in the railway transportation market is still small.

When purchasing a train ticket, passengers may have questions regarding the interpretation of the alphanumeric designation indicated on the ticket as 2K or 1C. The combination of characters can be any, as well as the information hidden behind them. Knowing what is hidden behind such a combination of numbers and letters means understanding what class of carriage is meant and what list of additional services you can count on.

We will consider the marking of wagons proposed by the Federal Passenger Company, but other carriers have the right to establish it at their discretion.

RIC cars

Such cars are inherent only in international trains, mainly in the European direction. They differ in dimensions and layout of passenger seats, 2-3 people can ride.

IN double carriages RIC markings and travel conditions correspond to the luxury class.

Triple carriages belong to class 2I. At the disposal of passengers there is a chair and a washbasin, the shelves are arranged vertically.

Shared wagon

3O - on the lower shelf, three passengers can be seated at once. Dry closet and air conditioning may not be provided. Small animals are allowed.

3B - boarding is the same as in 3O, but passengers choose their own seats.

seated wagon

For the convenience of travel, special chairs are installed. The level of comfort and service varies from train to train.

1C, 2C, 3C - this marking is presented in many trains (both in fast passenger and suburban high-speed trains), each type of train has its own characteristics of such cars. Most often, air conditioners are provided in 1C and 2C, in 3C it does not always happen. The remaining nuances depend on the specific composition.

1P - a seated double-decker intercity carriage. From the service, passengers can count on food, newspapers, a blanket, and a hygienic travel kit.

1B - the same service as class 1P, the only difference is that 1B provides for individual accommodation of passengers.

2P - class of increased comfort, there is a modern dry closet and air conditioning, passengers receive a lunch box during the journey.

2B, 3G - soft seats. No additional service is included in the price. But unlike higher travel classes, pets are allowed in 2B and 3G.

2E - passenger car with seats and air conditioning. A modern bathroom is a rarity in this class.

reserved seat

There are up to 54 seats in these cars, where passengers ride on recumbent seats. Typically, such passenger cars are classified as third class.

3E - the presence of a modern bathroom and air conditioning.

3T - the toilet may be old, but there is always air conditioning.

3D - the same conditions as in 3T, but travel with pets is allowed.

3U - reserved seat with permission for the presence of pets, but there may not be an air conditioner in it.

3L - standard reserved seat car. There is no air conditioning, the bathroom is old.

The carrier company CJSC TKS has modern dry closets and air-conditioning systems installed in 3U-marked cars. Each compartment has sockets, video surveillance is carried out for security purposes. At the beginning of the journey, passengers receive bedding and a hygiene kit. The transport of animals is prohibited.

coupe

It differs from the reserved seat in that 4 recumbent shelves are combined into closed sections. Passenger capacity - up to 40 people. Such travel conditions belong to the second class of comfort. Bedding is always paid for when buying a ticket.

2E is a luxury compartment car with closed compartments for 4 passengers each, air conditioning and a modern dry closet. Meals, newspapers, road hygiene are also paid for with the purchase of a travel ticket.

2E - such a marking assigned to two-story compartment cars, implies the same conditions of travel as in the usual 2E, but passengers are not given a hygiene kit and press.

2B - travel conditions correspond to 2E, but often passengers have to use an old-style bathroom.

2K - travel with pets is allowed, there is air conditioning and a dry closet. Only bedding is included in the ticket price.

2U - similar travel conditions with 2K, but there may not be a dry closet.

2L - there is no air conditioning and dry closet, pets are allowed.

CJSC TKS also has a 2T marking, which indicates that passengers can count on food, drinks, a travel hygiene kit, newspapers, bed linen, and disposable slippers. Shower, air conditioning system, sockets, monitors in each compartment make travel even more comfortable. In some sections, among other things, there is a safe. Coupes are divided into general, male and female.

Suite (SV)

1B - travel conditions are equated to business class. During the journey, the passenger can count on a whole range of services: the issuance of food and drinks, hygiene items and the press. The whole compartment is redeemed. Small pets are allowed.

1E - travel features are the same as in 1B, but you can even buy one seat in the compartment.

1U - the same conditions of travel as in class 1B, but additional services are not paid upon purchase.

1L - the same as 1U, but there may not be a dry closet.

CJSC "TKS" provided the same conditions in class 1B cars as in the corresponding class described above. But among other things, the sections have sockets, a safe and a TV for each seat. These carriages have a shower, dry closet and air conditioning.

soft wagon

1A - in addition to four compartments, there is also a saloon-bar in the carriage. Shower, washbasin, dry closet and armchair are located in each passenger compartment. Seats for passengers are located one above the other: the top shelf has standard dimensions, the bottom seat when unfolded is wide - 120 cm. The ticket price includes drinks, food and printed publications. It is possible to redeem only the entire coupe, two adults and one child under ten years old can ride. The presence of pets is allowed.

1I - the same conditions as 1A, but there is no bar in the car, instead of it there is one more compartment.

1M - there are already 6 compartments in cars of this category, the conditions are similar to the previous classes.

1G - these are cars of classes 1A, 1I or 1M, but in interstate trains. There are up to 6 compartments in the carriage, each of which can accommodate up to three people - two adults and a child or an adult and 2 children.

It differs from first-class carriages in more comfortable and spacious compartments, the total number of passengers in which does not exceed 12.

"Sapsan"

1P - coupe-negotiation room, it is impossible to redeem only a part of the seats. The service here will be of the highest standard: soft and hot drinks, conditions for holding business meetings, leather seats - all this will ensure maximum comfort for passengers.

1B - seat of the first class of the Sapsan train. service on the same the highest level, as in the 1P car, but without the call center.

1C - implies business class conditions. Convenient boarding accommodation with sockets, the ability to put things in the closet, drinks and hot meals.

2C - suitable for economical and unpretentious passengers. There are options for seating at the table and without it. There are hangers for outerwear, headphones next to each chair.

2B - class of wagons "Economic +" (10th and 20th wagons). It differs from 2C in wide aisles, a socket at each chair, and access to wireless Internet. Passengers receive lunch during the journey.

2E - a bistro car that provides a passenger with food in the amount of up to 2000 rubles. A ticket for carriages of this class can be purchased online no earlier than 1 day before departure.

The whole structure is air conditioned.

"Swift"

1E - CB (VIP). Separate compartment for one or two people traveling together. It is possible to raise the upper shelf, and transform the lower one into 2 comfortable chairs. Passengers have at their disposal a bathroom with a shower, several sockets, a TV, and a safe. Hot meals and bedding are already included in the ticket price. Pets are allowed.

1E - the same as 1E, but seats can be purchased separately without the obligation to buy the entire compartment.

1P - seats in first class carriages. Wide aisles, plush seating, food, prints and a travel kit.

2C - slightly less wide aisles and lack of service.

All passengers of this train receive clean water for drinking, there are air conditioners, individual sockets, dry closets. Security guards keep order.