British Rail Class 424 facts for kids
Quick facts for kids British Rail Class 424 |
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| In service | 1997 |
| Manufacturer | BR York Adtranz (reconstruction) |
| Number built | 1965 1997 (reconstruction) |
| Formation | 1 prototype |
| Capacity | 77 |
| Operator(s) | Adtranz (technology demonstrator) |
| Specifications | |
| Maximum speed | 100mph (161km/h) |
The British Rail Class 424 was a special type of electric train. It was also known as the "Networker Classic." This train was built in 1997 by a company called ADtranz at their Derby workshops. It was a unique train because it was a "prototype" vehicle. This means it was a test model used to try out new ideas and technologies.
What Was the Class 424 Train?
The Class 424 was an electric multiple unit (EMU). An EMU is a train that powers itself using electricity. It doesn't need a separate engine car. This particular train was a one-of-a-kind model. Only one was ever made. It was designed to test new railway technologies.
How Was It Built?
The Class 424 wasn't built completely new. It was actually rebuilt from an older train. The engineers took a driving trailer vehicle from a Class 421 train. They then updated and changed it to create the Class 424. This rebuilding process happened in 1997.
Why Was It Important?
The Class 424 served as a "technology demonstrator." This means its main job was to show off new ideas and systems. It helped engineers test how new parts and designs would work on a real train. This kind of testing is very important for making future trains better and safer.
Images for kids
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A Class 421 train, similar to the one that was rebuilt into the Class 424.
