British Rail Class 375 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids British Rail Class 375 "Electrostar" |
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Refurbished and repainted 375306 sits in Strood.
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| In service | 2001 - Current |
| Manufacturer | ADtranz Derby (now Bombardier) |
| Family name | Electrostar |
| Number built | 140 trainsets |
| Formation | 3 cars per trainset (375/3 only) 4 cars per trainset (others) |
| Operator(s) | Southeastern |
| Specifications | |
| Car length | 67feet (20.4m) |
| Width | 2.80m |
| Height | 3.78m |
| Maximum speed | 100 mph (161 km/h) |
| Weight | 133.1 t (375/3 only) 173.6 t (others) |
| Power output | 1.0 MW (375/3 only) 1.5 MW (others) |
| Electric system(s) | 750 V DC 3rd rail 25 kV AC Overhead (375/6 only) |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm |
The Class 375 Electrostar is a special type of electric multiple unit (EMU) train. It was built by Bombardier Transportation at their Derby Works in England. These trains were made between 1999 and 2005.
The Class 375 is part of the larger Electrostar family of trains. This family also includes other popular trains like the Class 357, Class 376, Class 377, and Class 378. The Electrostar trains are the most common type of EMU introduced since British railways became private.
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Meet the Electrostar Trains
The Class 375 Electrostar trains are a very important part of the railway network in the UK. They are known for being reliable and comfortable for passengers. These trains are used by Southeastern to carry people across many routes.
Who Built These Trains?
The trains were first built by a company called ADtranz Derby. Later, this company became part of Bombardier Transportation. They built these trains at their factory in Derby, which is famous for making trains.
How Many Trains Were Made?
A total of 140 train sets were built. This means there are many Class 375 trains running on the tracks every day. They have been in service since 2001 and are still used today.
Train Power and Speed
Most Class 375 trains have four cars, but some, like the 375/3, have three cars. They can reach a top speed of 100 miles per hour (161 km/h). This makes them quite fast for commuter trains.
Most of these trains get their power from a "third rail" system, using 750 volts of DC electricity. However, some special trains, like the 375/6, can also use 25,000 volts of AC from overhead wires. This allows them to run on different types of railway lines.
Images for kids
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The exterior of a Class 375 prior to refurbishment
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The interior of First Class prior to refurbishment
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The interior of Standard Class prior to refurbishment
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Class 375/3
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Class 375/7/8
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