British Rail Class 165 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids British Rail Class 165 "Network Turbo" |
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| In service | 1990—present |
| Manufacturer | BREL |
| Family name | Networker |
| Constructed | 1990—1992 |
| Refurbishment | 2003–2005 (165/0) |
| Number built | 39 (165/0) 37 (165/1) |
| Formation | 2–3 cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | 165001 - 165039, 165101 - 165137 |
| Capacity | 165/0: 184 (2-car); 276 (3-car) |
| Operator(s) | Chiltern Railways First Great Western |
| Line(s) served | Great Western Main Line and branches Chiltern Main Line and branches |
| Specifications | |
| Car length | 22.91m |
| Width | 2.81m |
| Maximum speed | 75 mph (165/0) 90 mph (165/1) |
| Prime mover(s) | Perkins 2006-TWH of 350hp |
| Safety system(s) | ATP (165/0), AWS, TPWS, Tripcock system (165/0) |
| Track gauge | 1435 mm (4 ft 8½ in) |
The British Rail Class 165 "Network Turbo" trains are special diesel trains. They were built in the UK by a company called BREL between 1990 and 1992. These trains are known as "diesel multiple units" (DMUs). This means they are made up of several connected carriages that can all move on their own, without needing a separate engine.
These trains are mostly used for journeys that are not too long. They are often called "suburban trains." Later, a faster version called the Class 166 "Network Express Turbo" was made for longer trips. The Class 165 trains are part of a bigger group of trains called the Networker family.
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Building the Network Turbos
The Class 165 trains were built by a company named BREL. They were put together at BREL's factory in York, England. Construction happened over a few years, from 1990 to 1992.
Who Operates These Trains?
Today, two main train companies use the Class 165 trains. These are Chiltern Railways and First Great Western. They have been running since 1990 and are still in service today.
Where Do They Run?
These trains travel on important railway lines in the UK. They are used on the Great Western Main Line and its smaller branch lines. They also run on the Chiltern Main Line and its branches. This helps people travel to and from cities like London.
Different Types of Class 165s
There are two main types of Class 165 trains:
- Class 165/0: These trains were built first. They can reach a top speed of 75 miles per hour (mph).
- Class 165/1: These are a slightly different version. They are faster, with a top speed of 90 mph.
In total, 39 of the 165/0 type and 37 of the 165/1 type were built.
Train Features and Safety
Each Class 165 train can have either two or three carriages linked together. This allows them to carry many passengers. For example, a three-car 165/0 train can hold up to 276 people.
These trains have important safety systems. These include:
- ATP (Automatic Train Protection): This system helps prevent trains from going too fast or passing signals.
- AWS (Automatic Warning System): This warns the driver about signals ahead.
- TPWS (Train Protection & Warning System): This helps stop a train if it goes past a signal or too fast.
Some of the 165/0 trains were updated between 2003 and 2005. This helped keep them modern and safe for passengers.
Gallery
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No.165119 at Didcot Parkway. This unit is painted in the original Network SouthEast colours.
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A Class 165 in First Great Western Link colours on the Marlow Branch Line.
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Chiltern Railways refurbished three-car Class 165/0 No. 165032 at London Marylebone.
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165039 in updated Chiltern Railways colours at London Marylebone.
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First Great Western Class 165/1 No. 165106 at Reading.
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165132 at Weymouth after arriving from Gloucester. This train shows a lettered coach, with coach D displayed.
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Chiltern Railways Class 165/0 3 Car
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Great Western Class 165/1 3 Car
