| British Rail Class 465 Networker | |
| File:180917 10150102571927020 319716812019 6129392 8227647 n.jpg Repainted Southeastern Class 465/0 Networker No. 465002 at Lewisham | |
| In service | 1991 - Current |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BREL, ABB, GEC Alsthom (Metro-Cammell) |
| Family name | Networker |
| Constructed | 1991 - 1994 |
| Refurbishment | 2005 (465/9 at Wabtec Rail, Doncaster) 2010 - 2012/14 |
| Number built | 147 trainsets |
| Formation | 4 cars per trainset |
| Fleet numbers | 465001 - 465050 (465/0) 465151 - 465197 (465/1) 465201 - 465250 (465/2. As built) 465235 - 465250 (465/2. Current) 465901 - 465934 (465/9, Converted from 465/2 units) |
| Operator | Southeastern |
| Specifications | |
| Width | Category:Aldwych Branch The Short Streach Of Line Between Holborn And Aldwych Was Closed In 1994.The Line Was Due To be extended to Waterloo but never was.There will be a bit of Aldwych In My Website when added |
| Height | Category:Aldwych Branch The Short Streach Of Line Between Holborn And Aldwych Was Closed In 1994.The Line Was Due To be extended to Waterloo but never was.There will be a bit of Aldwych In My Website when added |
| Maximum speed | 75 mph (Template:Convert/outsep) |
| Weight | Total - Template:Convert/tonne |
| Power output | Template:Convert/hp |
| Electric system(s) | 750 V DC third rail |
| Gauge | {{#switch:sg
|3mm=3 mm (0.118 in) |4mm=4 mm (0.157 in) |4.5mm=4.5 mm (0.177 in) |4.8mm=4.8 mm (0.189 in) |6.5mm=6.5 mm (0.256 in) |6.53mm=6.53 mm (0.257 in) |8mm=8 mm (0.315 in) |8.97mm=8.97 mm (0.353 in) |9mm=9 mm (0.354 in) |9.42mm=9.42 mm (0.371 in) |10.5mm=10.5 mm (0.413 in) |11.94mm=11.94 mm (0.470 in) |12mm=12 mm (0.472 in) |12.7mm=12.7 mm (0.5 in) |13mm=13 mm (0.512 in) |13.5mm=13.5 mm (0.531 in) |14mm=14 mm (0.551 in) |14.125mm=14.125 mm (0.556 in) |14.2mm=14.2 mm (0.559 in) |14.28mm=14.28 mm (0.562 in) |14.3mm=14.3 mm (0.563 in)|15.76mm=15.76 mm (0.620 in) |
The British Rail Class 465 Networker electric multiple units were built by GEC Alsthom (Metro-Cammell) and BREL between 1991 and 1993, and by ABB Rail between 1993 and 1994. They were brought into service from 1991 onwards. They are mostly used on suburban routes serving the South East of England, now operated by Southeastern. These trains have also been occasionally spotted elsewhere throughout Kent including the Kent Coast Line which is normally operated by Class 375 Electrostar trains.
History of the class[]
The easiest way to tell the two makes apart: The BREL unit on the right has air intakes above the main windows; the GEC Alsthom on the left doesn't.
Network SouthEast began the planning for the development of the Class 465 Networker in 1988, and invited a tender for 710 of the units to be built. Both manufacturers' units look exceptionally similar in design; the major noticeable differences for passengers are the lack of aircraft-style overhead air vents on those produced by GEC Alsthom, and the BREL and ABB units (465/0 and 465/1) also feature slightly different dot matrix displays on the front and rear of the train to show the route number and destination to the GEC Alsthom units. There are other visible but minor differences in door switches and audible chimes, window shapes and exterior panelling amongst the fleet. In addition, the two units employ different traction motors, which sound different. Despite the differences though, the units can be used interchangeably. Particularly during peak times when longer trains are used, it is quite common to see a train comprising two four car units, one from each batch. Both classes are based on the same body shell as the AC Class 365, and are also similar in design to the diesel Class 165. When first introduced, all seating was standard class only.[1]
Although the units are interoperable ,the spare parts for the different units are different.
The maximum speed of a Class 465 Networker is 75 mph (Template:Convert/outsep) and they are designed only for 750v DC third rail operation. A Solid State Traction Converter package controls 3-phase AC Traction motors, which allows for Rheostatic or Regenerative Dynamic braking. Primary braking system is Electro-pneumatically actuated disc brakes, which is blended with the Dynamic brakes. Tachometers on every axle of the unit provide for Wheel Slip/Slide Protection. A solid state Auxiliary Converter provides 110 V DC and 240 V AC supplies; this is the source of the loud buzzing noise which can be heard when the train is stationary. On a BREL the Aux Converter is located on the TOS, whereas on the GEC Alsthom there is one each on the TOS and TOSL.
All trains were originally supplied in Network SouthEast livery and branded "Kent Link Networker". Some units were re-liveried in the first Connex South Eastern livery. Most 465/0, 465/1, 465/2, 465/9 and 466 trains are now in the white and charcoal livery of Southeastern with yellow doors, but some are now getting a fresh livery of charcoal with blue doors.
During conversion for use on the outer suburban routes, a batch of 34 Class 465/2 units were given an internal re-fit, including First Class seating, new moquette on the seating, new flooring and revised furniture around the passenger doors. This eliminated the original narrow glass panes in the vestibules, which were a common target with vandals. These units are now classified 465/9.[2] Since the introduction of the Class 395 Javelin trains, some of the outer suburban routes are now operated by Class 375 Electrostar trains.
In 2007, plans were drawn up to improve overall reliability of the BREL built units (465/0 and 465/1) by the installation of new traction equipment. The new package, commissioned by Southeastern and HSBC Rail was developed by Hitachi Rail who also developed the Class 395 Javelin, brings new technological innovation to the fleet and the equipment is due to be retrofitted across Southeastern's 97 trains over the course of 2009 - 2010. Brush, the suppliers / manufacturers of the original traction equipment have been working as consultants to assist in retro-fitting the new equipment into these trains. The first example to re-enter service sporting the new equipment is 465181, which rolled out in March 2009. It is thoughtTemplate:By whom that all BREL units have all now been converted. The units with the new equipment are easily recognisable, because they sound radically different.
The Class 465 fleet are beingTemplate:When refreshed with a new livery and new seating covers. Both Classes 465/0 & 465/1 are being refreshed at Railcare, Wolverton.
Wabtec Rail Limited has been awarded the contract by Angel Trains for the C6[specify] overhaul of their Class 465 and 466 EMU’s and the C4 overhaul of their Class 466 EMU’s. The units are currently leased from Angel Trains by London South Eastern Railway (Southeastern).
There are 50 x 4 car Class 465 units to undergo C6 overhaul and 43 x 2 car Class 466 units to undergo both C4 and C6 overhaul. The first unit is due on works in March 2010 and the last unit is expected to be completed by the end of 2014.
RecentlyTemplate:When the repainted 465s have begun to receive a lower band so that they look like 375624/705.
Fleet details[]
Some Class 465/2 EMUs were given a ‘Networker Weald’ refresh - one of those treated was 465907 and is seen at Ashford International.
The interior of the now defunct Southeastern trains First Class cabin, aboard the DMCO vehicle. This has now been changed to a black/purple seat moquette.Also, the old Passenger Information System is in use at the time of this photo.
The now defunct Southeastern trains refreshed interior of a Standard Class saloon, aboard the TSO vehicle. This has now been changed to a purple/black seat moquette.Also, the old Passenger Information System is in use at the time of this photo.
Production and numbering[]
| Class | Introduced | Manufacturer | Number Range | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class 465/0 | 1991-93 | BREL | 465001-050 | - Repainted units: 465001-050 (all completed) |
| Class 465/1 | 1993-94 | ABB | 465151-197 | - Repainted units: 465151-197 (all completed) |
| Class 465/2 | 1991-93 | GEC Alsthom (Metro-Cammell) | 465235-250 | - Repainted units: 465235-250 (all completed) |
| Class 465/3 | 1992 | ABB | 465301 | Demonstrator for Universal Networker (Class 365) |
| Class 465/9 | 1991-93 | GEC Alsthom (Metro-Cammell) | 465901-934 | Converted from 465/2 units. (465201 - 465234) - Repainted units: 465901-934 (all completed) |
Detailed specifications[]
| Specification | Sub-class / related class | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 465/0 | 465/1 | 465/2 | 465/9 | 466 | |
| Currently owned by: | HSBC Rail | HSBC Rail | Angel Trains | Angel Trains | Angel Trains |
| Operated by: | Southeastern (previously Network SouthEast, Connex South Eastern and South Eastern Trains) | ||||
| Routes used on: | Metro & Outer Suburban | Metro & Outer Suburban | Metro & Outer Suburban | Outer Suburban | Metro, Outer Suburban & Branch Lines |
| Built: | 1991-1993 by BREL, York | 1993-1994 by ABB, York | 1991-1993 by GEC Alsthom (Metro-Cammell), Washwood Heath | 1991-1993 by GEC Alsthom (Metro-Cammell), Washwood Heath Refurbished 2005 by Wabtec, Doncaster |
1993-1994 by GEC Alsthom (Metro-Cammell), Washwood Heath |
| Formation: | DMOS(A)-TOS-TOSL-DMOS(B) | DMOC(A)-TOS-TOSL-DMOC(B) | DMOS-DTOSL | ||
| Construction: | Welded aluminium alloy | ||||
| Doors: | Air powered sliding plug | ||||
| Gangways: | Within 4-coach unit only | Within 2-coach unit only | |||
| Electrical Equipment: | Solid state Traction Converter using GTO inverters. Solid state Auxiliary Converter. Wheel Slip/Slide protection | ||||
| Traction motors: | Four Brush TIM970 three-phase induction motors of 280 kW | GEC-Alsthom G352AY three-phase induction motors of 280 kW | |||
| Couplers: | Tightlock (with underslung electrical/air connector box) | ||||
| Suspension: | Primary: spring Secondary: airbag | ||||
| Bogies: | BREL P3/T3 | SRP BP62/BT52 | BREL P3/T3 | ||
| Maximum speed: | Template:Convert/LonAonDbSoff | ||||
| Dimensions: | 20.89 or 20.16 x 2.82 m | ||||
| Train brakes: | Primary: Disc Secondary: Rheostatic (and Regenerative capable but currently disabled) | ||||
| Mass: | 28.6 - 38.9 t | ||||
| Multiple working: | Within Class 365, Class 465 and Class 466. Additionally Class 319 via Coupling Changeover Switch for Assistance/Rescue in the Thameslink Corridor only | ||||
References[]
- ↑ Class 465 and 466 Page - Welcome to the Southern E-Group Web Site. Retrieved 2010-12-17
- ↑ Class 465/9: Wabtec Rail Refurbishment - Kent Rail. Retrieved 2010-12-17
External links[]
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