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{{Short description|British electric multiple unit}} |
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| name = British Rail Class 803 |
| name = British Rail Class 803 |
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| image = Lumo 803003 at Edinburgh Waverley.jpg |
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| caption = [[Lumo (train operating company)|Lumo]] Class 803 at {{stnlink|Edinburgh Waverley}} |
| caption = [[Lumo (train operating company)|Lumo]] Class 803 at {{stnlink|Edinburgh Waverley}} |
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| service = 2021–present |
| service = 2021–present |
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| manufacturer = [[Hitachi Rail]] |
| manufacturer = [[Hitachi Rail]] |
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| factory = {{ubli|indent=1em|Kasado Works, [[Kudamatsu]], Japan<ref name="bodyshell">{{cite news |title=First |
| factory = {{ubli|indent=1em|Kasado Works, [[Kudamatsu]], Japan<ref name="bodyshell">{{cite news |title=First '803' Bodyshells Arrive |url=https://www.modernrailways.com/article/first-803-bodyshells-arrive |access-date=20 January 2022 |work=Modern Railways |publisher=Key Publishing |place=Stamford |date=23 April 2020 |url-access=subscription}}</ref>|[[Hitachi Newton Aycliffe|Newton Aycliffe Manufacturing Facility]], England}} |
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| family = [[Hitachi A-train|''A-train'']] |
| family = [[Hitachi A-train|''A-train'']] |
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| formation = 5 cars per unit: {{avoid wrap|{{abbr|DPTS|Driver's cab, Pantograph, Trailer car, Standard class (open saloon)}}-{{abbr|MS|Motor car, Standard class (open saloon)}}-MS-MS-DPTS<ref name="orrAuth">{{cite letter |first= |
| formation = 5 cars per unit: {{avoid wrap|{{abbr|DPTS|Driver's cab, Pantograph, Trailer car, Standard class (open saloon)}}-{{abbr|MS|Motor car, Standard class (open saloon)}}-MS-MS-DPTS<ref name="orrAuth">{{cite letter |first=S. |last=Fletcher |recipient=H. Parry-Jones (Hitachi Rail Ltd) |subject=The Railways (Interoperability) Regulations 2011, as amended – Authorisation of Hitachi AT300 Class 803/0 five-car electric multiple units 803001 to 803005 inclusive |date=27 September 2021 |id=UK/51/2021/0059 |url=https://www.orr.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2021-10/2021-09-27-authorisation-letter-for-class-803-rolling-stock.pdf |format=PDF |publisher=Office of Rail and Road |publication-place=London |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211003154857/https://www.orr.gov.uk/sites/default/files/2021-10/2021-09-27-authorisation-letter-for-class-803-rolling-stock.pdf |archive-date=3 October 2021 |url-status=live}}</ref>}} |
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| fleetnumbers = 803001–803005 |
| fleetnumbers = 803001–803005 |
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| capacity = 402 seats<ref name="inews">{{cite news |last1=Lam |first1= |
| capacity = 402 seats<ref name="inews">{{cite news |last1=Lam |first1=S. |title=Low-cost electric rail operator Lumo launches between London and Edinburgh |url=https://inews.co.uk/news/lumo-trains-london-edinburgh-electric-20-high-speed-1264631 |work=i news |publisher=Associated Newspapers |date=25 October 2021 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211028042527/https://inews.co.uk/news/lumo-trains-london-edinburgh-electric-20-high-speed-1264631 |archive-date=28 October 2021}}</ref> |
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| operator = [[Lumo (train operating company)|Lumo]] |
| operator = [[Lumo (train operating company)|Lumo]] |
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| depots = [[Craigentinny TMD|Craigentinny]] ([[Edinburgh]])<ref name="octstart">{{cite news |title=Lumo set for October start |url=https://www.modernrailways.com/article/lumo-set-october-start-full-story |access-date=20 January 2022 |work=Modern Railways |publisher=Key Publishing |
| depots = [[Craigentinny TMD|Craigentinny]] ([[Edinburgh]])<ref name="octstart">{{cite news |title=Lumo set for October start |url=https://www.modernrailways.com/article/lumo-set-october-start-full-story |access-date=20 January 2022 |work=Modern Railways |publisher=Key Publishing |place=Stamford |date=6 September 2021 |url-access=subscription}}</ref> |
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| lines = [[East Coast Main Line]] |
| lines = [[East Coast Main Line]] |
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| carbody = [[Aluminium]] |
| carbody = [[Aluminium]] |
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| doors = {{ubl|Single-leaf pocket sliding|(2 per side per car)}} |
| doors = {{ubl|Single-leaf pocket sliding|(2 per side per car)}} |
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| maxspeed = {{convert|200|km/h|abbr=on|round=5|order=flip}}<ref name = "limiter 2022">{{cite magazine |title = Speed limiters for Hitachi fleets |magazine = The Railway Magazine |issue = 1457 |date = August 2022 |page = 92 |volume = 168 |department = Traction & Stock }}</ref> |
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The '''British Rail Class 803 ''AT300''''' is a type of [[electric multiple unit]] built by Japanese rolling stock manufacturer [[Hitachi Rail]] for [[open-access operator]] [[Lumo (train operating company)|Lumo]].<ref>{{ |
The '''British Rail Class 803 ''AT300''''' is a type of [[electric multiple unit]] built by Japanese rolling stock manufacturer [[Hitachi Rail]] for [[open-access operator]] [[Lumo (train operating company)|Lumo]].<ref name="firstorders">{{cite news |url=https://www.railmagazine.com/news/network/first-orders-at300s-for-ecml-open-access-operation |title=First orders AT300s for ECML open access operation |work=Rail Magazine |place=Peterborough |publisher=Bauer Consumer Media |last=Clinnick |first=R. |date=22 March 2019 |access-date=27 December 2019}}</ref> Based on the [[Hitachi A-train]] design, a total of five units, each comprising five cars, have been produced. The class is used to operate passenger services on the [[East Coast Main Line]] between {{stnlink|London King's Cross}} and {{stnlink|Edinburgh Waverley}}. |
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==Background== |
==Background== |
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In 2015, following an announcement from the [[Office of Rail and Road]] that it would be allowing open-access operators to bid for additional rail paths on the [[East Coast Main Line]], [[FirstGroup]] submitted a proposal to operate services between London and Edinburgh. Under its plan, First would seek to directly compete with existing road, rail and air services by offering all [[Economy class|standard class]] seating with an average ticket price of approximately £25. The proposal for the new service was approved in May 2016.<ref>{{cite |
In 2015, following an announcement from the [[Office of Rail and Road]] that it would be allowing open-access operators to bid for additional rail paths on the [[East Coast Main Line]], [[FirstGroup]] submitted a proposal to operate services between London and Edinburgh. Under its plan, First would seek to directly compete with existing road, rail and air services by offering all [[Economy class|standard class]] seating with an average ticket price of approximately £25. The proposal for the new service was approved in May 2016.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://news.sky.com/story/budget-east-coast-train-service-is-approved-10279327 |title=Budget East Coast Train Service is Approved |date=12 May 2016 |work=Sky News |access-date=3 December 2019}}</ref> |
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In March 2019, First announced that it had signed an agreement with Hitachi to procure a total of five new five-car trains from its A-train product line for its new service. The units are financed by [[Beacon Rail]] with a ten-year maintenance contract. The first body shell arrived at [[Hitachi Newton Aycliffe|Hitachi's Newton Aycliffe Manufacturing Facility]] in April 2020.<ref>{{ |
In March 2019, First announced that it had signed an agreement with Hitachi to procure a total of five new five-car trains from its A-train product line for its new service. The units are financed by [[Beacon Rail]] with a ten-year maintenance contract. The first body shell arrived at [[Hitachi Newton Aycliffe|Hitachi's Newton Aycliffe Manufacturing Facility]] in April 2020.<ref>{{cite news |title=The first FirstGroup AT300 arrives in the UK |url=https://railcolornews.com/2020/04/17/uk-first-firstgroup-at300-arrives-in-the-uk/ |date=18 April 2020 |work=Railcolor News |last=Cech |first=L. |publisher=RailcolorZiemon |place=Sint-Oedenrode |access-date=13 May 2020}}</ref> |
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The first test runs on the national network were held on 26 May 2021,<ref>{{ |
The first test runs on the national network were held on 26 May 2021,<ref>{{cite news |last=Holden |first=M. |date=28 May 2021 |title=New East Coast Trains Class 803s go on test in Darlington |url=https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2021/05/watch-new-east-coast-trains-class-803s-go-on-test-in-darlington.html |url-status=live |access-date=30 May 2021 |work=RailAdvent |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210528102333/https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2021/05/watch-new-east-coast-trains-class-803s-go-on-test-in-darlington.html |archive-date=28 May 2021}}</ref> with the class entering public service on Lumo's launch day of 25 October 2021. |
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== Design == |
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⚫ | While sharing a bodyshell with the previous UK A-train variants, the Class 803 differs in that it has no diesel engines fitted. They are fitted with batteries to enable the train's on-board services to be maintained, in case the primary electrical supplies have failed.<ref name="firstorders" /> Other changes include seating being standard class only, and the lack of a [[galley (kitchen)|galley]] area, although catering services are provided through the use of a trolley service. The units also feature air conditioning, power sockets and free Wi-Fi.<ref>{{cite news |url=https://www.railwaygazette.com/uk/trains-ordered-for-2021-launch-of-high-quality-low-fare-london-edinburgh-service/48240.article |title=Trains ordered for 2021 launch of 'high-quality, low fare' London – Edinburgh service |date=21 March 2019 |work=Rail Business UK |place=Sutton |publisher=DVV Media International |access-date=27 December 2019}}</ref> |
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== Operation == |
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⚫ | While sharing a bodyshell with the previous UK A-train variants, the Class 803 differs in that it has no diesel engines fitted. They are fitted with batteries to enable the train's on-board services to be maintained, in case the primary electrical supplies have failed.<ref |
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==Fleet details== |
==Fleet details== |
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|align=center|[[Lumo (train operating company)|Lumo]] |
|align=center|[[Lumo (train operating company)|Lumo]] |
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|''Proudly from Newcastle the home of Stephenson's Works bicentenary 1823–2023'' |
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==Accidents and incidents== |
==Accidents and incidents== |
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On 17 April 2022, a [[Lumo (train operating company)|Lumo]]-operated Class 803 passed through a set of points at |
On 17 April 2022, a [[Lumo (train operating company)|Lumo]]-operated Class 803 passed through a set of points at Peterborough railway station at {{convert|75|mph|abbr=on}} where there was a speed restriction of {{convert|25|mph|abbr=on}}. Some passengers were thrown from their seats and sustained minor injuries. The [[Rail Accident Investigation Branch]] opened an investigation into the incident.<ref name=RAIBLumoPE>{{cite news |url=https://www.gov.uk/government/news/overspeeding-incident-at-peterborough-station |title=Overspeeding incident at Peterborough station |publisher=Rail Accident Investigation Branch, Department for Transport |place=Derby |date=11 May 2022 |accessdate=12 May 2022 }}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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[[Category:25 kV AC multiple units]] |
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[[Category:Train-related introductions in 2021]] |
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[[Category:Passenger trains running at least at 200 km/h in commercial operations]] |
Latest revision as of 13:23, 26 August 2024
British Rail Class 803 | |
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In service | 2021–present |
Manufacturer | Hitachi Rail |
Built at |
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Family name | A-train |
Constructed | 2020–2021 |
Entered service | 25 October 2021 |
Number built | 5 |
Formation | 5 cars per unit: DPTS-MS-MS-MS-DPTS[2] |
Fleet numbers | 803001–803005 |
Capacity | 402 seats[3] |
Operators | Lumo |
Depots | Craigentinny (Edinburgh)[4] |
Lines served | East Coast Main Line |
Specifications | |
Car body construction | Aluminium |
Doors |
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Maximum speed | 125 mph (200 km/h)[5] |
Electric system(s) | 25 kV 50 Hz AC overhead |
Current collector(s) | Pantograph |
Braking system(s) | Electro-pneumatic (disc) and regenerative |
Safety system(s) | |
Multiple working | Within class |
Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge |
The British Rail Class 803 AT300 is a type of electric multiple unit built by Japanese rolling stock manufacturer Hitachi Rail for open-access operator Lumo.[6] Based on the Hitachi A-train design, a total of five units, each comprising five cars, have been produced. The class is used to operate passenger services on the East Coast Main Line between London King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley.
Background
[edit]In 2015, following an announcement from the Office of Rail and Road that it would be allowing open-access operators to bid for additional rail paths on the East Coast Main Line, FirstGroup submitted a proposal to operate services between London and Edinburgh. Under its plan, First would seek to directly compete with existing road, rail and air services by offering all standard class seating with an average ticket price of approximately £25. The proposal for the new service was approved in May 2016.[7]
In March 2019, First announced that it had signed an agreement with Hitachi to procure a total of five new five-car trains from its A-train product line for its new service. The units are financed by Beacon Rail with a ten-year maintenance contract. The first body shell arrived at Hitachi's Newton Aycliffe Manufacturing Facility in April 2020.[8]
The first test runs on the national network were held on 26 May 2021,[9] with the class entering public service on Lumo's launch day of 25 October 2021.
Design
[edit]While sharing a bodyshell with the previous UK A-train variants, the Class 803 differs in that it has no diesel engines fitted. They are fitted with batteries to enable the train's on-board services to be maintained, in case the primary electrical supplies have failed.[6] Other changes include seating being standard class only, and the lack of a galley area, although catering services are provided through the use of a trolley service. The units also feature air conditioning, power sockets and free Wi-Fi.[10]
Fleet details
[edit]Subclass | Operator | Qty. | Year built | Cars per unit | Unit nos. |
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803/0 | Lumo | 5 | 2020–2021 | 5 | 803001–803005 |
Named units
[edit]Unit number | Date | Name | Ref. |
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803005 | 19 May 2023 | Proudly from Newcastle the home of Stephenson's Works bicentenary 1823–2023 | [11] |
Accidents and incidents
[edit]On 17 April 2022, a Lumo-operated Class 803 passed through a set of points at Peterborough railway station at 75 mph (121 km/h) where there was a speed restriction of 25 mph (40 km/h). Some passengers were thrown from their seats and sustained minor injuries. The Rail Accident Investigation Branch opened an investigation into the incident.[12]
References
[edit]- ^ "First '803' Bodyshells Arrive". Modern Railways. Stamford: Key Publishing. 23 April 2020. Retrieved 20 January 2022.
- ^ Fletcher, S. (27 September 2021). "The Railways (Interoperability) Regulations 2011, as amended – Authorisation of Hitachi AT300 Class 803/0 five-car electric multiple units 803001 to 803005 inclusive" (PDF). Letter to H. Parry-Jones (Hitachi Rail Ltd). London: Office of Rail and Road. UK/51/2021/0059. Archived (PDF) from the original on 3 October 2021.
- ^ Lam, S. (25 October 2021). "Low-cost electric rail operator Lumo launches between London and Edinburgh". i news. Associated Newspapers. Archived from the original on 28 October 2021.
- ^ "Lumo set for October start". Modern Railways. Stamford: Key Publishing. 6 September 2021. Retrieved 20 January 2022.
- ^ "Speed limiters for Hitachi fleets". Traction & Stock. The Railway Magazine. Vol. 168, no. 1457. August 2022. p. 92.
- ^ a b Clinnick, R. (22 March 2019). "First orders AT300s for ECML open access operation". Rail Magazine. Peterborough: Bauer Consumer Media. Retrieved 27 December 2019.
- ^ "Budget East Coast Train Service is Approved". Sky News. 12 May 2016. Retrieved 3 December 2019.
- ^ Cech, L. (18 April 2020). "The first FirstGroup AT300 arrives in the UK". Railcolor News. Sint-Oedenrode: RailcolorZiemon. Retrieved 13 May 2020.
- ^ Holden, M. (28 May 2021). "New East Coast Trains Class 803s go on test in Darlington". RailAdvent. Archived from the original on 28 May 2021. Retrieved 30 May 2021.
- ^ "Trains ordered for 2021 launch of 'high-quality, low fare' London – Edinburgh service". Rail Business UK. Sutton: DVV Media International. 21 March 2019. Retrieved 27 December 2019.
- ^ Butlin, A. (May 2023). "Stock Changes". Track Record. The Railway Magazine. No. 1466. Horncastle: Mortons Media Group. p. 93. ISSN 0033-8923.
- ^ "Overspeeding incident at Peterborough station". Derby: Rail Accident Investigation Branch, Department for Transport. 11 May 2022. Retrieved 12 May 2022.