British Rail Class 310
The British Rail (BR) Class 310 is a slam-door, alternating current (AC) electric multiple unit (EMU) introduced in 1966 as part of the West Coast Main Line electrification project. They were initially classified as Class AM10 units before the introduction on the TOPS classification system. Constructed at BR's Derby Carriage and Wagon Works. They consisted of four carriages - a second class driving trailer, a second class trailer, a second class motor car (with guard's/luggage compartment above which the pantograph was mounted) and a composite (1st and 2nd class) driving trailer. The maximum speed was 75 miles per hour. A glass partition behind the driver's cab enabled passengers in the leading and rear coaches to have an excellent view of the line ahead or behind.
| British Rail Class 310 | |
|---|---|
 Class 310 train in British Railways plain blue calls at Harrow and Wealdstone station. The driving cab features wrap-around windows as originally fitted to these trains. | |
| In service | 1966 - 2002 |
| Manufacturer | British Rail C&W Works Derby |
| Number built | 50 |
| Formation | 3/4 cars per trainset |
| Operator | British Rail |
| Specifications | |
| Maximum speed | 75mph (121km/h) |
| Weight | Total - 158 tonnes |
| Braking system(s) | Air (auto/EP) |
| Gauge | Standard gauge (1,435 mm) |
British Rail Class 310 Media
The V Train on the DC system pictured in the New Sidings at Ramsgate - the Class 423 (4-VEP) is the second vehicle.
The V Train on the AC system pictured near Shenfield railway station on 2 February 2004 - the train consists entirely of Class 310 vehicles
