British Rail Class 460
class of British electric multiple units built in 1999-2001
The British Rail Class 460 (or 8Gat) electrical multiple units were built by Alstom at Washwood Heath between 1999 and 2001. These units were part of Alstom's "Juniper" family of units, which also includes Classes 334 and 458.
British Rail Class 460 Juniper | |
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In service | 2000 - 2012 |
Manufacturer | Alstom |
Family name | Juniper |
Constructed | 1999-2001 |
Number built | 8 trainsets |
Formation | 8 cars per trainset |
Fleet numbers | 460001 - 460008 |
Operator(s) | Southern Gatwick Express |
Specifications | |
Maximum speed | 100 mph (160 km/h) |
Electric system(s) | 750 V DC (3rd rail) |
Track gauge | 4' 8 1/2" |
All have since been converted to Class 458/5 units (other than four surplus driving vehicles used as spares donors) for operation by South Western Railway.