British Rail Class 379
The Class 379 Electrostar is a type of electric multiple unit. It was ordered by National Express East Anglia to run their Stansted Express services.[1] The Class 379 units feature 2+2 seating and wi-fi internet installed. The units were built at Bombardier's plant at Derby.[2]
| British Rail Class 379 "Electrostar" | |
|---|---|
| 300px Stansted Express Class 379 at Liverpool Street with a service to Stansted Airport | |
| In service | March 2011 โ February 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Bombardier Transportation |
| Family name | Electrostar |
| Number built | 30 trainsets |
| Formation | 4 cars per trainset |
| Operator | Greater Anglia |
| Line(s) served | West Anglia Main Line |
| Specifications | |
| Voltage | 25 kV AC Overhead |
| Gauge | Standard gauge |
British Rail Class 379 Media
A Class 379 arrives at Norwich during testing in 2011
References
- โ Today's Railways issue 91
- โ Rail Express Magazine issue 156