 To free up space of passenger amenities as well as more spacious seating, the traction equipment for the Nordic is mounted upon the roof.The Coradia LINT, originally designed by Linke-Hofmann-Busch (LHB) before their acquisition by Alstom, is a diesel-powered light train, somewhat similar to the Siemens Desiro and Bombardier Talent.It is available in configurations of one, two, and three-carriage sets; up to three such trainsets can be attached together.