LHB Coaches Seat Layout – LHB Coach Sleeper Class Seat Layout
Linke Holfmann Busch (LHB) coaches are progressively being inducted in train services as per requirement including existing and certain important Rajdhani and Mail/Express trains. ICF design coaches and have better riding comfort, higher speed potential, longer life, upgraded amenities, provision of control discharge toilet system, lower maintenance requirement, enhanced safety features and aesthetic interiors.
| S. No. | Type | Information |
| 1 | AC 1st Class Berth Layout | Click Here |
| 2 | AC Car Chair Layout | Click Here |
| 3 | AC 2 Tier Sleeper Layout | Click Here |
| 4 | 3 tier AC Coach Seat Layout | Click Here |
| 5 | First class train seat layout | Click Here |
| 6 | Second class sitting coach layout | Click Here |
| 7 | Second class sleeper coach layout | Click Here |
Here’s a visual layout showcasing the LHB Sleeper Class (3-tier SL) arrangement—clearly illustrating berth positions and numbering in each compartment.
Contents
LHB Sleeper Class Seat Layout – Key Features
Coach Capacity
- Sleeping capacity: Up to 80 berths in an LHB Sleeper Class coach—higher than the ICF coach’s 72-berth configuration.
Berth Types & Arrangement
The layout follows a standardized structure per compartment:
- Main berths (per compartment):
- Lower Berth (LB)
- Middle Berth (MB)
- Upper Berth (UB)
- Side berths (along the aisle):
- Side Lower Berth (SL)
- Side Upper Berth (SU)
Each compartment features three berths on either side, plus two side berths—totalling 8 berths per section, multiplied across the coach length.
Berth Numbering Protocol
- Numbering runs sequentially throughout the coach, usually aligning with standard Indian Railways berth classification (LB, MB, UB, SL, SU).
- Although LHB design increases capacity, the berth sequence logic remains akin to ICF coaches.
Advantages of LHB Coaches
- Enhanced capacity: ~10–12% higher than ICF coaches
- Modern design improvements:
- Smoother riding experience and better safety (anti-telescopic, disc brakes)
- Improved interior aesthetics, better suspension, and longer service life
Quick Summary Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Coach Type | LHB Sleeper Class (3-tier) |
| Sleeping Capacity | ~80 berths |
| Berth Types | LB, MB, UB (bay berths); SL, SU (side berths) |
| Seat Numbering | Sequential throughout the coach |
| Advantages over ICF | Higher capacity, improved safety & comfort |
Let me know if you’d like a seat numbering breakdown (e.g., seat number → berth type) or help navigating IRCTC’s coach map feature when booking.