60 metro cars were built for Shanghai subway in 2004. With type A  aluminum alloy broad-body, the train-set have advantage of smooth running, longer lifetime and less maintenance. This is a cooperation result with Bombardier.

The 140 metre-long high-capacity metro trains are based on the latest modular technology to respond to local content requirements. They incorporate advanced Bombardier Transportation designs such as the modular aluminum carbody, state-of-the-art MITRAC propulsion, and high-performance bogies.

The car features streamline head, VVVF control system, broad-body, automatic driver system, automatic public address, electric plug sliding doors and digit communication and controlled system.