2S Second Sitting – Second Class Seating Coach Layout

Second class sitting coach layout

2S Second Sitting – Second Class Seating Coach Layout – General Class Seating Coach Layout

2s in train seating arrangement

Earlier Version have 72 seats (3 and 2 across the aisle )

Since 1995 sitting accommodations for 108 persons (Seating 3 and 3 across)

Toilets at the ends

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The 2S (Second Sitting) coach in Indian Railways is a non-air-conditioned class primarily used for short to medium-distance daytime travel. It’s the most economical reserved class (apart from unreserved/general).

🪑 2S Coach Layout (Second Sitting)

Here’s the typical seat arrangement in a 2S coach:

🚆 Layout Structure:

+-----------------------+
|   WS  M   A   A   M  WS   ← Window (W), Middle (M), Aisle (A)
|   WS  M   A   A   M  WS   ← Total: 5 seats per row, 3x2 layout
+-----------------------+
  • WS = Window Seat
  • M = Middle Seat
  • A = Aisle Seat

💺 Seating Format

  • 3+2 seating across the aisle (per row)
  • Each 2S coach typically has 108 to 120 seats
  • Numbered seats (e.g., 1 to 108), no berths/sleepers
  • Fixed upright seats — non-reclining in older coaches
  • Some modern 2S coaches (especially in Vande Bharat or Jan Shatabdi) have reclining & cushioned seats

📷 Example (Coach View):

Coach View (bird’s-eye):

  [WS][M][A]   Aisle   [A][M][WS]
  [WS][M][A]   Aisle   [A][M][WS]
  [WS][M][A]   Aisle   [A][M][WS]

🟢 Window seats are always preferred due to natural light & view.

🛠️ Coach Code

  • Coach prefix: Usually starts with D1, D2, D3, etc. (e.g., D3 = 2S coach #3)
  • In trains with multiple classes, 2S is placed near the locomotive or at the rear, depending on train type.

✅ Features in 2S

Feature Available?
Seat reservation ✅ Yes (on most express trains)
Air-conditioning ❌ No
Overhead racks ✅ Yes
Charging sockets 🔶 Rare or limited
Toilets ✅ Yes
Food tray table ❌ No (in standard coaches)
Luggage space ✅ Under seat

🔁 2S vs Other Classes

Class A/C Seat Type Reserved Suitable For
2S ❌ Bench-style ✅ Short day travel
SL ❌ Sleeper berths ✅ Overnight travel
3AC ✅ Berths ✅ Overnight, budget
CC ✅ Reclining seats ✅ Day travel, comfort

Would you like a diagram image of a 2S coach layout or seat map example from a real train like Jan Shatabdi or Intercity Express?

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