Full-Cab Simulator

Realism at its Peak

True-to-life immersion

Transurb’s Full-Cab Simulators reproduce a complete life-size driver cab, delivering ultra-realistic immersion for railway training.

SNCB in Belgium

Transport for Wales in the UK

SBS Transit in Singapore

Fully reproduced desk

We design and manufacture a complete replica of the driver desk from scratch. Every control, indicator and display is reproduced to match the original layout and ergonomics.

Real desk integration

We integrate a genuine driver desk supplied by the constructor directly into the simulator. All original components are kept fully functional, ensuring maximum fidelity to the real vehicle.

Tailored mix

A blend of replicated structures and genuine train parts, carefully integrated by our experts. Key controls and indicators can be authentic, while the rest is precisely reproduced to ensure consistency and realism.

Exterior options

Generic outside

Built with Transurb’s standard cab design, this option offers a solid and professional structure while reducing customisation costs. It keeps the spotlight on the immersive interior, where the core of the training takes place.

Standardised design

Lower customisation costs

Specific outside

Developed as a faithful reproduction of the client’s actual rolling stock, this option reinforces realism from the very first step inside. It strengthens immersion and ensures drivers immediately recognise their familiar working environment.

Maximum realism

Strong branding impact

Feel the train dynamics

From simple roll and pitch movements to complete six-axis systems, our platforms replicate real train dynamics for maximum immersion.

Experience vibrations, acceleration, and braking cues directly through the driver’s seat — a compact way to add realism without a full-motion platform.

Every project is different. Transurb helps you select and configure the right motion system, ensuring synchronisation with visuals and sounds for effective training.

Why choose the Full-Cab Simulator?

MAXIMUM IMMERSION

For training programs demanding realism, Full-Cab simulators recreate the entire driving environment. They replicate not only the controls, but also the cab space, ergonomics, and driver perspective, ensuring trainees are immersed as if operating a real train from day one.

SBB in Switzerland

Vy in Norway

ONE-TO-ONE CERTIFICATION ENVIRONMENT

A Full-Cab simulator places trainees in a closed workspace mirroring the real cab. This ensures identical certification conditions for all candidates and enables instructors to safely and consistently reproduce rare or emergency scenarios.

IMAGE & ENGAGEMENT

Beyond pedagogy, a Full-Cab simulator makes a strong statement. It highlights your organisation’s commitment to safety, technology, and innovation, while also serving as a powerful training and communication tool. Its presence reinforces your image internally and externally, engaging staff, partners, and stakeholders.

DPP in Prague

Step into a simulator where every component, dimension, and sound can be carefully recreated.

Authenticity you can see, hear, and feel.

Down to the smallest detail

The Full-Scale Simulator adapts to your requirements, combining realism and functionality in a configuration built for your drivers.

Train components – Functional train-relevant parts such as circuit breakers and control panels
Real cab doors – Fully functional doors can be intagrated for authentic entry and exit
Visual system – Cab windows with accurate size and position, optional side windows, and high-fidelity visuals for true immersion
Cab structure – Realistic replica of walls, ceiling, and finishes for complete immersion
Driver’s seat – Integrated, accurate seat matching real ergonomics
High-end sound system – Surround sound to replicate train noises, alerts, and external environment

Design your Full-Cab with us

360° virtual full-cab tour

Full-Cab Simulators FAQ

Choosing a Full-Cab is a major step in your training strategy. This FAQ gathers the most common questions and explains, transparently, what you can expect.

Not entirely. Time on real trains remains essential. But a Full-Cab simulator significantly reduces the need for on-site sessions by providing a safe, controlled environment to practice scenarios that cannot be reproduced in real operations. This not only improves safety and consistency, but also generates major cost savings by limiting disruptions to actual rolling stock.

You can choose to integrate as many real train components as you wish — from individual elements to a complete cab reproduction. Exterior design, motion options, and additional features such as doors, seats, and sound systems are all tailored to your requirements.

Absolutely. Full-Cabs are often deployed alongside Compact and Nano Simulators, creating a complete training pathway from basic instruction to certification-level immersion.

It depends on the configuration. A static cab requires only the footprint of the structure itself, while adding a motion platform significantly increases the space needed. Motion systems not only expand the floor area but also demand higher ceiling clearance to operate safely. Our team helps you assess these requirements early in the project to ensure the simulator fits seamlessly into your training facilities.

Yes. While the driver’s cab is a focused environment for one trainee, instructors can monitor and control the simulation in real time from the instructor station.

Yes. Software updates, new signalling systems, and hardware upgrades can all be integrated over time, ensuring your simulator remains aligned with future training and operational requirements.

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