British Rail Class 222 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids British Rail Class 222 Meridian/Pioneer |
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East Midlands Trains five-car 222017 at Derby
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| In service | 2004– |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier |
| Family name | Voyager |
| Constructed | 2002–2004 |
| Number built | 27 trainsets |
| Number in service | 26 trainsets |
| Formation | 4, 5, or 7 cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | 222001–222023 222101–222104 |
| Operator(s) | East Midlands Trains First Hull Trains |
| Line(s) served | Midland Main Line East Coast Main Line |
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| Car body construction | Steel |
| Car length | 23.85 m (78 ft 3 in) end cars 22.82 m (74 ft 10 in) other |
| Width | 2.73 m (8 ft 11 in) |
| Maximum speed | 125 mph (200 km/h) |
| Prime mover(s) | Cummins QSK19 |
| Power output | 750 hp (560 kW) per car |
| Braking system(s) | Rheostatic |
| Safety system(s) | AWS, TPWS |
| Coupling system | Dellner |
The British Rail Class 222 is a diesel-electric multiple unit high-speed train capable of 125 mph (200 km/h). Twenty-seven units have been built by Bombardier Transportation.
Images for kids
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The refurbished interior of First Class aboard an East Midlands Trains Class 222
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Midland Mainline 222001 at London St Pancras
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East Midlands Trains 222013 near Clay Cross
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East Midlands Trains 222005 at Derby
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Hull Trains 222104 at Doncaster
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The interior of Standard Class aboard a Hull Trains Class 222/1
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