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Table 3 Investment and annual capital cost for the HL system infrastructure and vehicles
From: Analysis and modelling of performances of the HL (Hyperloop) transport system
Cost element | Investment cost (106 €/km or unit)a) | Annual cost (106 €/km or unit) a) | Life span (years) |
|---|---|---|---|
Track infrastructure | |||
 - Pylons, solid soil | 25 | 0.92 | 60 |
 - Pylons, weak soil | 35 | 1.28 | 60 |
 - Tunnel | 70 | 2.57 | 60 |
Station | 116 | 4.64 | 50 |
Capsule | 4.8 | 0.58 | 10 |