Hitachi A-Train
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| − | [[Image:atrain.jpg|left|240px]]The "[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intercity_Express_Programme Hitachi Super Express]" is the winner of the Department for Transport's competition for the UK's next generation High Speed | + | [[Image:atrain.jpg|left|240px]]The "[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intercity_Express_Programme Hitachi Super Express]" is the winner of the Department for Transport's competition for the UK's next generation High Speed Train, and is expected to enter service on the Great Western Main Line in 2016. Plans for a diesel version have been shelved as EU emission laws make it more economical to electrify lines than to build high-speed diesels. |
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Revision as of 10:10, 7 March 2012
The Hitachi A-Train is an electric locomotive in the UK Railway Set.
Statistics and information
| Type: | Electric Multiple Unit |
|---|---|
| Introduction: | 2016 |
| Withdrawal: | N/A |
| Speed: | 155mph (Overhead) 100mph (3rd Rail) |
| Power: | 6500hp |
| Weight: | 98t |
| Tractive Effort: | 230kN |
| Capacity: | 60 passengers |
| Replaces: | GEC Class 91, Electrostar, Pendolino |
| Replaced By: |
Special GRF features
- Dual-headed EMU.
- Can only haul High-Speed Carriages.
- Requires at least one center carriage.
Prototype information
