British Rail Class 170 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids British Rail Class 170 "Turbostar" |
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Class 170 397 at Peterborough with a CrossCountry service to Birmingham New Street.
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| In service | 1998 - Present |
| Manufacturer | ADtranz / Bombardier |
| Family name | Turbostar |
| Constructed | 1998-2005 |
| Number built | 122 trainsets |
| Formation | 2/3 cars per trainset |
| Operator(s) | CrossCountry First ScotRail First TransPennine Express London Midland National Express East Anglia |
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| Maximum speed | 100mph |
| Prime mover(s) | MTU 6R 183TD |
| Safety system(s) | AWS, TPWS |
The Class 170 "Turbostar" is a special type of train. It's a diesel multiple unit (DMU). This means it runs on diesel fuel and can drive itself. These trains were built in England by Bombardier Transportation. They were made at their factory in Derby.
The Class 170 is very popular. In fact, 122 of these trains have been built! They became popular after Britain's railways became private companies.
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Meet the Turbostar Trains!
The Class 170 trains are known as "Turbostars." They are a modern type of diesel multiple unit. A DMU is a train that has its own engines. It does not need a separate locomotive to pull it. This makes them very flexible for different routes.
Who Built These Trains?
These trains were first built by a company called ADtranz. Later, another company, Bombardier Transportation, took over. They built the trains at their factory. This factory is in Derby, England. The first Turbostar trains started running in 1998. The last ones were built in 2005.
What Makes Them Special?
The Class 170 trains are designed for speed and comfort. They can travel quite fast. Their top speed is 100 miles per hour. This makes them great for connecting towns and cities.
How Many Carriages?
Most Class 170 trains have two or three carriages. This means they can carry many passengers. They are used on many different routes across the UK.
Safety First!
These trains have important safety systems. They use AWS and TPWS. These systems help the driver. They make sure the train stays safe on the tracks.
Where Do Turbostars Run?
The Class 170 trains are used by many different train companies. You might see them on routes run by CrossCountry. They also run with ScotRail in Scotland. Other operators include TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway. They help people travel all over the country.
Images for kids
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Driving cab of a 170/2
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Dundee-bound ScotRail 170428 at Markinch in July 2012
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Arriva Rail North 170475 at Doncaster in May 2019
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EMR 170417 The Key Worker at Derby in October 2020
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West Midlands Trains 170510 at Hereford in November 2018
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CrossCountry 170111 at Great Shelford in December 2010
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Transport for Wales 170208 at Cardiff Central in December 2019
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First TransPennine Express 170307 at Leeds in April 2008
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A Class 170 operated by Hull Trains
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A pair of Midland Mainline Class 170/1s at Derby in September 2003
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Central Trains 170513 in Robin Hood Line livery in August 2003
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Central Trains 170399 at Stafford in August 2003
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National Express East Anglia 170202 at Ipswich in September 2011
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Abellio Greater Anglia 170273 at Cambridge in August 2012
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South West Trains 170304 at Clapham Junction in September 2001
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Southern 170725 arriving in Uckfield in February 2004
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CrossCountry Class 170/1(3-car)/3/6
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Transport for Wales Class 170/2 Phase 1
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ScotRail Class 170/3/4
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East Midlands Railway Class 170/4
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Northern Trains Class 170/4
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West Midlands Trains Class 170/5
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