Coradia (train) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Alstom Coradia |
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The Coradia 1000 Adelante (seen here at Moreton-in-Marsh) is a type of British diesel multiple high-speed train built by Alstom.
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| Manufacturer | Alstom |
| Formation | Coradia |
| Operator(s) | Hull Trains and others |
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| Maximum speed | 160 km/h (99 mph) |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in) standard gauge |
The Alstom Coradia is a group of trains made by the company Alstom. These trains are used for journeys between cities (inter-city) and for shorter trips around a region (regional).
Coradia trains can be either diesel-powered or electric. They are called "multiple units" because they have their own engines and can run by themselves, without needing a separate locomotive. Some Coradia trains are even double-deckers, meaning they have two levels for passengers. These trains can carry a lot of people, sometimes up to 900 passengers! Many different types of Coradia trains are used in countries all over the world.
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What are Coradia Trains?
Coradia trains are designed to be modern and efficient. They come in different models to suit various needs, from fast inter-city travel to busy commuter routes. Alstom has built many of these trains, and they are known for being reliable.
Coradia 1000 Trains
The first Coradia trains used in Britain started running in 2001. This group includes trains that run on diesel fuel.
One type is the Class 175. There are 27 of these trains, and they are currently used for services in Wales.
Another type is the Class 180 Adelante. There are 14 of these trains. They are high-speed trains that can go up to 125 miles per hour (about 200 km/h). Companies like Grand Central, Great Western Railway, and Hull Trains use them.
Coradia Juniper Trains
The Coradia Juniper trains are powered by electricity. This family includes several important train types:
- The Class 334 is used for commuter services around Glasgow, Scotland. There are 40 of these trains.
- The Class 458 trains run on routes from London Waterloo to Reading. There are 30 of these.
- The Class 460 trains were once used for the Gatwick Express airport service. However, by 2016, these trains were changed and became part of the Class 458 fleet.
Types of Coradia Trains in the UK
Here is a quick look at some of the Coradia trains used in the United Kingdom:
| Class | Image | Operator | Introduced | Number of Trains | Carriages | Engine Type |
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| British Rail Class 175 |  |
Arriva Trains Wales | 1999-2001 | 27 | 2 or 3 | Diesel |
| British Rail Class 180 |  |
Great Western Railway, Grand Central Railway, Hull Trains |
2000-2001 | 14 | 5 | Diesel |
| 334 |  |
Abellio ScotRail | 1999-2002 | 40 | 3 | Electric (Pantograph) |
| 458 | .jpg) |
South West Trains | 1998-2002 | 30 | 4 or 5 | Electric (Contact shoe) |
| 460 |  |
South West Trains | 2000-2001 | 8 | 8 | Electric (Contact shoe) |
Images for kids
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Alstom Coradia Continental (2nd type, DB class 1440)
See also
In Spanish: Alstom Coradia para niños
