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" | |
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300px Stansted Express Class 379 at Liverpool Street with a service to Stansted Airport | |
In service | March 2011 – 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
- ↑ Today's Railways issue 91
- ↑ Rail Express Magazine issue 156