Indian Railways made over 42,600 LHB coaches in 2014–2025; output up 18% this year
The Ministry of Railways said on 14 December 2025 that Indian Railways produced more than 42,600 Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches between 2014 and 2025, against 2,300 in 2004–2014.
Summary
The Ministry of Railways said on 14 December 2025 that Indian Railways produced more than 42,600 Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches between 2014 and 2025, an 18-fold increase over the 2,300 coaches made between 2004 and 2014. LHB coach production in 2025–26 up to November 2025 was more than 4,224 coaches, 18% more than the 3,590 made in the same period a year earlier. Integral Coach Factory, Chennai led with 1,659 coaches, followed by Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala (1,331) and Modern Coach Factory, Raebareli (1,234).
Key facts
- Released
- 14 December 2025
- 2014–2025
- More than 42,600 LHB coaches
- 2004–2014
- 2,300 LHB coaches
- 2025–26 (to Nov)
- 4,224+ coaches, up 18% from 3,590
- Top factory
- ICF Chennai, 1,659
- Others
- RCF Kapurthala 1,331; MCF Raebareli 1,234
Practice MCQs 2 questions
In the abbreviation LHB, used for modern Indian Railways passenger coaches, what does 'LHB' stand for?
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Correct answer: B — Linke Hofmann Busch
PIB 2203714: LHB stands for Linke Hofmann Busch.
Which coach factory produced the most LHB coaches in 2025–26 up to November 2025?
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Correct answer: C — Integral Coach Factory, Chennai
PIB 2203714: ICF Chennai produced 1,659 LHB coaches, followed by RCF Kapurthala (1,331) and MCF Raebareli (1,234).