R Train Security Upgrade
Sector: Mass Transit • Location: New York City, New York, United States
Source: amNewYork
The project involves upgrading security measures for the R train subway cars, specifically the R160 cars, which have been identified as vulnerable to break-ins. The goal is to enhance safety for transit personnel and riders by improving locks and implementing modern control technologies beyond traditional keys and locks.
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Mass Transit, Rail, Tunnel
- Location
- New York City, New York, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- amNewYork
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Original status | planned |
Taiyo status | Prospective |
Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | The project involves upgrading security measures for the R train subway cars, specifically the R160 cars, which have been identified as vulnerable to break-ins. The goal is to enhance safety for transit personnel and riders by improving locks and implementing modern control technologies beyond traditional keys and locks. |
Original sector | Transit |
Location
Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | New York |
City | New York City |
Source
Source | amNewYork |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Mass Transit, Rail, Tunnel |
Article published date | 2026-05-14 |
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