The Class 802 is almost identical to the Class 800, the differences are that Class 802s have a higher rated engine output to tackle the gradients through Devon and Cornwall, and a superior diesel range to provide the IET experience to the wider Greater Western Network, they also have a larger brake resistor which …
How many Class 800s are there?
British Rail Class 800
| British Rail Class 800 IET/Azuma | |
|---|---|
| Replaced | Class 180 InterCity 125 InterCity 225 |
| Constructed | 2014 – 2018 |
| Number built | 34 × 9-car sets 46 × 5-car sets |
| Formation | 5-car: DPTS-MS-MS-MC-DPTF 9-car: DPTS-MS-MS-TS-MS-TS-MC-MF-DPTF |
What is an IEP train?
The Intercity Express Programme (IEP) is an initiative of the Department for Transport (DfT) in the United Kingdom to procure new trains to replace the InterCity 125 and InterCity 225 fleets on the East Coast Main Line and Great Western Main Line.
Who owns IEP trains?
ATW was established in 2012 to finance, own and maintain 57 Hitachi class 800 trains that form the first phase of the Intercity Express Programme (IEP). IEP is a £5.7bn Government-led rolling stock programme to build and maintain 122 new intercity trains for the East Coast and Great Western main lines.
How fast do Javelin trains go?
140 mph
Able to travel at speeds of up to 140 mph, these high-speed trains played a major part in people transport during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic games.
How fast do Azuma trains go?
125mph
Azuma will travel at speeds of up to 125mph. Journey times will be faster because Azuma accelerates out of stations quicker than our current fleet!
Where are 800 trains made?
Newton Aycliffe
The Hitachi Class 800 trains are assembled at the company’s Newton Aycliffe plant in County Durham.
Where are Hitachi 800 trains made?
Newton Aycliffe plant
The Hitachi 800 Azuma trains are assembled at the company’s Newton Aycliffe plant in County Durham. The 43,000 square metre plant was built specifically to allow the assembly of the new trains after a consortium led by Hitachi Rail Europe won the £5.7 billion contract to replace the old intercity stock.
Is the Azuma train electric or diesel?
The trains are a diesel-electric hybrid and are built in the north east of England using lightweight materials to make them more environmentally friendly. Azuma has technology, quality and reliability built in – to give you smoother, quieter, more reliable journeys. We have 9-coach and 10-coach Azuma trains.
What is wrong with Hitachi trains?
Cracking that led to high-speed trains being withdrawn from service was down to fatigue and stress corrosion, a government report has found.
What is the fastest train in UK?
Eurostar trains
The maximum speed currently possible in the UK is 186mph, achieved by Eurostar trains on the HS1 line between London and the Channel Tunnel. The HS1 line is used by Eurostar services and “Javelin” commuter services from Kent, although the latter have a max speed of 140mph.
Can you use Oyster on Javelin?
If you’re travelling on a Javelin train between London St Pancras International and Stratford International, you can also tap in using your Oyster or contactless card.
When was the First Class 800 introduced on the east coast?
The first Class 800 came into service on the East Coast Main Line on 15 May 2019, under the brand name ‘Azuma’. They initially began working Leeds, Hull and Newark services.
What is the difference between Hitachi Class 801 and Class 800?
As well as resembling the Class 801, the units are also very similar to the Class 802 units, which have uprated diesel engines and larger fuel tanks. As part of its production, the Class 800 is a part of the Intercity Express Programme (IEP) and is in the Hitachi AT300 product family.
When did the Class 800 train come into service on Great Western?
The Class 800 trains came into service on the Great Western Main Line on 16 October 2017.
What is the difference between Class 801 and 800/802 electric vehicles?
The Class 801 has one GU for a 5-9 car set. These provide emergency power for limited traction and auxiliaries if the power supply from the overhead line fails. The class 800/802 electro-diesel or Bi-Mode has 3 GU per five car set and 5 GU per nine car set.
