MBTA Unveils New Green Line Trains with Enhanced Features

The first of 102 state-of-the-art Type 10 trains will hit the tracks in early 2027.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 10:35am

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The MBTA has partnered with Spanish manufacturer CAF to build brand new Green Line trains that are bigger, more high-tech, and more accessible than the current fleet. The first four pilot trains will be delivered by the end of 2026, with the full rollout of 102 new trains completed by 2031 at a cost of $816 million.

Why it matters

The new Green Line trains are designed to improve the rider experience with features like more digital signage, wider aisles, and level boarding. They also come equipped with enhanced safety systems to help prevent collisions and derailments, addressing concerns raised by both passengers and operators.

The details

The new Type 10 Green Line trains are 50% larger in capacity, with a more spacious interior layout and lower floors for easier accessibility. The cab now has a dedicated door to provide the operator with a distraction-free environment. Each train also comes installed with the MBTA's new Green Line Train Protection System, a safety feature aimed at enhancing collision and derailment prevention.

  • The first four pilot trains will be delivered by the end of 2026.
  • The new trains will begin service on the Green Line in early 2027.
  • The full rollout of 102 new trains is expected to be completed by 2031.

The players

Phil Eng

MBTA General Manager.

Ryan Coholan

MBTA Chief Operating Officer.

Ed Holzlein

CAF Vice President of Operations.

CAF

The Spanish-based company building the new Green Line trains.

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What they’re saying

“This is the kind of thing that excites all of us. At the end of the day it's what the public deserves.”

— Phil Eng, MBTA General Manager

“It is more spacious. Fifty-percent more capacity. And I do think the all level boarding, flooring, is going to make it much easier for people to move about in the car.”

— Phil Eng, MBTA General Manager

“That provides operator safety but it also allows the operator to be free of any distractions.”

— Ryan Coholan, MBTA Chief Operating Officer

What’s next

The MBTA says the first four pilot trains will be delivered by the end of 2026, with the new Green Line trains expected to begin service in early 2027. The full rollout of 102 new trains is scheduled to be completed by 2031.

The takeaway

The new Green Line trains represent a significant investment in modernizing Boston's public transportation infrastructure. By incorporating enhanced accessibility, safety features, and passenger-focused design, the MBTA aims to provide a more comfortable and reliable transit experience for riders across the city.