How much did the original AKM–Keçiören section of Ankara M4 cost, including its trains?
Ankara M4, commonly called the Keçiören Metro, is an underground rapid-transit line connecting central Ankara with the northern district of Keçiören. Construction of the original Atatürk Cultural Center–Şehitler section began in 2004, the project transferred from the municipality to the national transport ministry in 2011, and its 9.22-kilometre, nine-station route opened on 5 January 2017. Officials reported a total investment of TRY 1 billion including rolling stock. A 3.3-kilometre extension to Kızılay opened in 2023, bringing the operating line to 12.52 kilometres and 12 stations.
Reported project cost
TRY 1 billion
Approximately $331.11 million
Cost basis: 2016
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Reported project cost
2016TRY 1 billion
Approximately $331.11 million
cnnturk.comApproved budget
2012TRY 826.758 million
Approximately $460.33 million
sgb.uab.gov.trFinancing amount
2012TRY 533 million
Approximately $296.77 million
aa.com.trProject metrics
Key dimensions
- Total lengthEGO General Directorate 2017 Activity Report
- 9,220 m
- Annual passengersEGO General Directorate 2018 Activity Report
- 13,282,362 passengers/year
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