The retirement of the last train of the 3000 series of the Barcelona Metro marks the closing of a significant chapter in the history of the city’s public transport. Its retirement from public and active service represents the end of an era that spanned more than three decades of uninterrupted service on Metro Line 3.
The 3000 series, which came into operation between 1986 and 1988, has been an iconic part of Barcelona’s urban landscape for many years.
Composed of eighteen trains of five cars each, this series became a symbol of the modernity and efficiency of the city’s public transport system.
Since their inauguration, these trains have traveled a staggering 72 million kilometers on the Barcelona metro network, providing a vital service to millions of passengers over the decades.
Train from the 1980s ends active service
The removal of the last train of the 3000 series is part of a broader process of renovation of metro convoys, aimed at eliminating any trace of asbestos and ensuring the safety and well-being of users and workers of the transport system.
Instead, Barcelona metro line 3 will continue to progressively incorporate the new 7000 series trains, which offer state-of-the-art technology and greater energy efficiency.
Although this moment marks a farewell, the history and legacy of the Barcelona Metro 3000 series will be preserved by the TMB Foundation.
This organization is responsible for preserving a portion of each train set that has been in service, ensuring that these historic vehicles will be remembered and appreciated by future generations.
A whole history
The 3000 series was not only a vital means of transport for the citizens of Barcelona, but also played a crucial role in the development and evolution of the city’s metro system.
With their innovative design, modern amenities and advanced technology for their time, these trains represented a significant leap in the quality and efficiency of public transport in Barcelona.
Over the years, the 3000 series trains have witnessed countless moments in the daily life of the city, transporting passengers to their destinations safely and efficiently.
Now, as we bid farewell to this iconic series, we fondly remember its contribution to the history and development of Barcelona, and look to the future with optimism as the metro continues to evolve and improve to meet the needs of an ever-growing city.
The 3000 series, consisting of eighteen trains of five cars each, traveled a total of 72 million kilometers on the city’s subway network between 1986 and 1988.
