British Rail Class 170
The Class 170 "Turbostar" is a diesel multiple unit (DMU) built by Bombardier Transportation (previously ADtranz) at their Derby Litchurch Lane Works, England. This has become the most popular type of DMU built since the privatisation of Britain's railways, with 139 units built.
| British Rail Class 170 "Turbostar" | |
|---|---|
 Class 170 397 at Peterborough with a CrossCountry service to Birmingham New Street. | |
| In service | 1998 - Present |
| Manufacturer | ADtranz / Bombardier |
| Family name | Turbostar |
| Constructed | 1998-2005 |
| Number built | 139 trainsets |
| Formation | 2/3 cars per trainset |
| Operator | CrossCountry Abellio ScotRail Transport for Wales West Midlands Trains Northern Trains East Midlands Railway |
| Specifications | |
| Maximum speed | 100mph |
| Engine(s) | MTU 6R 183TD |
| Safety system(s) | AWS, TPWS |
British Rail Class 170 Media
British Rail Class 170 driving cab
CrossCountry Class 170/1 (first livery and refurbishment) at Great Shelford in 2010
CrossCountry Class 170/1 (newest livery and mid-life refurbishment) at Birmingham New Street in 2025
Arriva Rail North Class 170/4 at Doncaster in 2019
EMR Class 170/5 at Nottingham in 2024
A pair of Midland Mainline Class 170/1s at Derby in 2003
A Class 170/3 operated by Hull Trains
South West Trains Class 170/3 at Clapham Junction in 2001
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