British Rail Class 305
The British Rail Class 305 were an alternating current (AC) electric multiple unit (EMU). Under the pre-1973 British Rail numbering system, the class was known as AM5. When TOPS as introduced, the class became Class 305.
| British Rail Class 305 | |
|---|---|
 A failed (broken down) Class 305 train at platform 8 of Stratford station. In the background can be seen part of a London Transport Central Line 1962 stock tube train. | |
| In service | 1960 - 2002 |
| Manufacturer | BR York/Doncaster |
| Number built | 71 trainsets |
| Formation | 3/4 cars per trainset |
| Capacity | 272 seats |
| Operator | British Rail |
| Specifications | |
| Maximum speed | 75 mph (121 km/h) |
| Weight | 118 t |
| Voltage | 25 kV AC Overhead |
| Gauge | 4ft 8.5in (1,435 mm) |
