British Rail Class 345
| British Rail Class 345 | |
|---|---|
| In service | 2018 |
| Manufacturer | Unknown |
| Operators | Crossrail |
| Lines served | Maidenhead/Heathrow - Shenfield/Abbey Wood |
| Specifications | |
| Maximum speed | 100 mph (161 km/h) |
| Electric system(s) | 25 kV AC OHLE |
| Safety system(s) | Combined Train Protection & Warning System (TPWS) Advanced Warning System (AWS) |
| Track gauge | Standard gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
Class 345 is the registered rolling stock class name for the planned fleet to operate the London Crossrail routes across Central London when complete in 2018[1]. The requirement is for 60 trains 200 m long carrying up to 1,500 passengers.[1]
In March 2011, Crossrail announced that five bidders (Alstom, Bombardier, CAF, Hitachi and Siemens) had been shortlisted to compete for the contract to build the Class 345 and its associated depot:[2]
It is expected that the invitation to tender will be issued early in 2012,[3] the contract awarded in 2013 and trains running in 2018.[1]
See also
References
- ^ a b c "Crossrail confirms shortlist for rolling stock and depot facilities" (Press release). Crossrail. 30 March 2011. Retrieved 14 June 2011.
- ^ "Crossrail issues rolling stock shortlist". Railway Gazette International. 30 March 2011.
- ^ http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14712211