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{{short description|British diesel multiple-unit (DMU) train built by CAF}} |
{{short description|British diesel multiple-unit (DMU) train built by CAF}} |
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{{Use British English|date=March 2017}} |
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{{Infobox train |
{{Infobox train |
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| name = British Rail Class 195<br />''Civity'' |
| name = British Rail Class 195<br />''Civity'' |
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| image = Class195Stockport.jpg |
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| caption = Class 195 at {{stnlnk| |
| caption = A Northern Class 195 at {{stnlnk|Stockport}} in 2024 |
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| background = #{{Northern colour}};color:white |
| background = #{{Northern colour}};color:white |
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| interiorimage = File:Class195_Interior.jpg |
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| interiorcaption = Interior of a Class 195 unit |
| interiorcaption = Interior of a Class 195 unit |
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| service = 1 July 2019{{snd}}present<ref name="launch">{{cite news |title= Northern launches new £500m fleet of 101 trains |url= https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-48770078 |access-date=26 June 2019 |work=BBC News |publisher=British Broadcasting Corporation |date=26 June 2019}}</ref> |
| service = 1 July 2019{{snd}}present<ref name="launch">{{cite news |title= Northern launches new £500m fleet of 101 trains |url= https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-48770078 |access-date=26 June 2019 |work=BBC News |publisher=British Broadcasting Corporation |date=26 June 2019}}</ref> |
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| manufacturer = [[Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles|CAF]] |
| manufacturer = [[Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles|CAF]] |
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| factory = {{ubl|[[Irun]], [[Spain]]<ref>{{cite |
| factory = {{ubl|[[Irun]], [[Spain]]<ref>{{cite magazine |last1=Clinnick |first1=Richard |title= Northern unveils its first new CAF-built train |url= https://www.railmagazine.com/news/network/northern-unveils-its-first-new-caf-built-train |magazine=Rail Magazine|location= Peterborough |date=31 January 2018}}</ref>|[[CAF Newport|Newport]], [[Wales]]<ref>{{cite news |last1=Clinnick |first1=Richard |title=Northern to introduce first new trains from December |url= https://www.railmagazine.com/news/network/northern-to-introduce-first-new-trains-from-december |work=Rail |location= Peterborough |date=23 October 2018 |access-date=4 December 2018}}</ref>}} |
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| family = [[CAF Civity|''Civity'']] |
| family = [[CAF Civity|''Civity'']] |
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| replaced = {{ubl|{{brc|142}}|{{brc|144}}|{{brc|156}}}} |
| replaced = {{ubl|{{brc|142}}|{{brc|144}}|{{brc|156}}}} |
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| numberbuilt = {{ubl|58|(25 × 195/0, 33 × 195/1)<ref name="railwaygazette1">{{cite web |title=UK railway news round-up |url= |
| numberbuilt = {{ubl|58|(25 × 195/0, 33 × 195/1)<ref name="railwaygazette1">{{cite web |title=UK railway news round-up |url=https://www.railwaygazette.com/news/single-view/view/uk-railway-news-round-up-87.html |website=Rail Business UK |publisher=DVV Media International |location=Sutton |date=15 November 2018 |access-date=15 November 2018 |archive-date=12 November 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201112013534/https://www.railwaygazette.com/news/single-view/view/uk-railway-news-round-up-87.html |url-status=dead }}</ref>}} |
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| trainlength = {{ubl|195/0: {{cvt|48.05|m|ftin}}|195/1: {{cvt|71.40|m|ftin}} |
| trainlength = {{ubl|195/0: {{cvt|48.05|m|ftin}}|195/1: {{cvt|71.40|m|ftin}}}} |
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| carlength = {{ubl|DMS vehs.: {{cvt|24. |
| carlength = {{ubl|DMS vehs.: {{cvt|24.026|m|ftin}}|MS vehs.: {{cvt|23.350|m|ftin}}<ref name="specs">{{cite web |url=https://eversholtrail.co.uk/fleet/class-195/ |title=Class 195 |publisher=Eversholt Rail |publication-place=London |access-date=15 August 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190815171456/https://eversholtrail.co.uk/fleet/class-195/ |archive-date=15 August 2019}}</ref><ref name="DataSheetA">{{cite book |title=The Class 195 Diesel Multiple Unit |date=24 January 2018 |publisher=Arriva Rail North |publication-place=Sunderland |url=https://cdn.prgloo.com/media/download/10c154dc2f474e71b25d0844cc7b56c5 |access-date=6 March 2022 |format=PDF }}</ref>}} |
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| width = {{cvt|2.712|m|ftin}} |
| width = {{cvt|2.712|m|ftin}} |
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| height = {{cvt|3.850|m|ftin}} |
| height = {{cvt|3.850|m|ftin}} |
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| doors = Double-leaf sliding [[Bus doors#Sliding plug doors|plug]] {{avoid wrap|(2 per side per car)}} |
| doors = Double-leaf sliding [[Bus doors#Sliding plug doors|plug]] {{avoid wrap|(2 per side per car)}} |
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| wheelbase = {{ubl|Bogies:|{{convert|2.250|m|ftin|0|abbr=on}}|Over bogie centres:|{{convert|16.000|m|ftin|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="DataSheetA" />}} |
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| maxspeed = {{cvt|100|mph}}<ref name="specs" /><ref name="proyectos">{{cite web|title=Civity Diesel Regional Train for Northern Franchise |url=https://www.caf.net/en/productos-servicios/proyectos/proyecto-detalle.php?p=281 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210504232536/https://www.caf.net/en/productos-servicios/proyectos/proyecto-detalle.php?p=281 |archive-date= |
| maxspeed = {{cvt|100|mph}}<ref name="specs" /><ref name="proyectos">{{cite web|title=Civity Diesel Regional Train for Northern Franchise |url=https://www.caf.net/en/productos-servicios/proyectos/proyecto-detalle.php?p=281 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210504232536/https://www.caf.net/en/productos-servicios/proyectos/proyecto-detalle.php?p=281 |archive-date=4 May 2021 |access-date=2 December 2021 |publisher=Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles |publication-place=Beasain}}</ref> |
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| acceleration = {{cvt|0.83|m/s2}} max.<ref name="specs"/> |
| acceleration = {{cvt|0.83|m/s2|mph/s}} max.<ref name="specs"/> |
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| axleload = {{ubli|indent=1em|DMSL: {{convert|10.91|t| |
| axleload = {{ubli|indent=1em|DMSL: {{convert|10.91|t|LT|abbr=on}}|MS: {{convert|10.24|t|LT|abbr=on}}|DMS: {{convert|10.94|t|LT|abbr=on}}|([[Tare weight|tare]])<ref name=DataSheetA/>}} |
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| engine = {{ubl|2 or 3 × [[MTU Friedrichshafen|MTU]] 6H 1800 R85L|(one per car)<ref name="140mtu">{{cite news |url=http://www.mtu-online.com/mtu/news/detail/140_mtu_powerpacks_from_rolls_royce_for_caf_regional_trains_in_the_north_of_england/cHash/00a787df5fee65cf0235e2a636fd6213/?no_cache=1 |title=140 MTU PowerPacks from Rolls-Royce for CAF regional trains in the North of England |publisher=Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG |publication-place=Friedrichshafen |date=3 February 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170204003953/http://www.mtu-online.com/mtu/news/detail/140_mtu_powerpacks_from_rolls_royce_for_caf_regional_trains_in_the_north_of_england/cHash/00a787df5fee65cf0235e2a636fd6213/?no_cache=1 |archive-date=4 February 2017 |url-status=dead}}</ref>}} |
| engine = {{ubl|2 or 3 × [[MTU Friedrichshafen|MTU]] 6H 1800 R85L|(one per car)<ref name="140mtu">{{cite news |url=http://www.mtu-online.com/mtu/news/detail/140_mtu_powerpacks_from_rolls_royce_for_caf_regional_trains_in_the_north_of_england/cHash/00a787df5fee65cf0235e2a636fd6213/?no_cache=1 |title=140 MTU PowerPacks from Rolls-Royce for CAF regional trains in the North of England |publisher=Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG |publication-place=Friedrichshafen |date=3 February 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170204003953/http://www.mtu-online.com/mtu/news/detail/140_mtu_powerpacks_from_rolls_royce_for_caf_regional_trains_in_the_north_of_england/cHash/00a787df5fee65cf0235e2a636fd6213/?no_cache=1 |archive-date=4 February 2017 |url-status=dead}}</ref>}} |
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| enginetype = [[straight engine|Inline-6]] [[turbo-diesel]] with [[Selective catalytic reduction|SCR]]<ref>{{cite news |url= http://www.railwaygazette.com/news/traction-rolling-stock/single-view/view/engines-ordered-for-civity-uk-dmus.html |title=Engines ordered for Civity UK DMUs |work=Railway Gazette International |location=Sutton |publisher=DVV Media International |date=3 February 2017 |access-date=2 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170606073321/http://www.railwaygazette.com/news/traction-rolling-stock/single-view/view/engines-ordered-for-civity-uk-dmus.html |archive-date=6 June 2017 |url-status=dead}}</ref><ref name="pp6h" /> |
| enginetype = [[straight engine|Inline-6]] [[turbo-diesel]] with [[Selective catalytic reduction|SCR]]<ref>{{cite news |url= http://www.railwaygazette.com/news/traction-rolling-stock/single-view/view/engines-ordered-for-civity-uk-dmus.html |title=Engines ordered for Civity UK DMUs |work=Railway Gazette International |location=Sutton |publisher=DVV Media International |date=3 February 2017 |access-date=2 July 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170606073321/http://www.railwaygazette.com/news/traction-rolling-stock/single-view/view/engines-ordered-for-civity-uk-dmus.html |archive-date=6 June 2017 |url-status=dead}}</ref><ref name="pp6h" /> |
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| displacement = {{cvt|12.8|L|cuin}} per engine<ref name="pp6h">{{cite book |title=Powerpacks with 6H 1800 for Railcar Applications |date=20 April 2020 |publisher=MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH |edition=01/20 |url=https://www.mtu-solutions.com/content/dam/mtu/products/rail/3235271_MTU_spec_Rail_PowerPack1800.pdf/_jcr_content/renditions/original./3235271_MTU_spec_Rail_PowerPack1800.pdf |access-date=30 November 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210421061441/https://www.mtu-solutions.com/content/dam/mtu/products/rail/3235271_MTU_spec_Rail_PowerPack1800.pdf/_jcr_content/renditions/original./3235271_MTU_spec_Rail_PowerPack1800.pdf |archive-date=21 April 2021 |
| displacement = {{cvt|12.8|L|cuin}} per engine<ref name="pp6h">{{cite book |title=Powerpacks with 6H 1800 for Railcar Applications |date=20 April 2020 |publisher=MTU Friedrichshafen GmbH |edition=01/20 |url=https://www.mtu-solutions.com/content/dam/mtu/products/rail/3235271_MTU_spec_Rail_PowerPack1800.pdf/_jcr_content/renditions/original./3235271_MTU_spec_Rail_PowerPack1800.pdf |access-date=30 November 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210421061441/https://www.mtu-solutions.com/content/dam/mtu/products/rail/3235271_MTU_spec_Rail_PowerPack1800.pdf/_jcr_content/renditions/original./3235271_MTU_spec_Rail_PowerPack1800.pdf |archive-date=21 April 2021 }}</ref> |
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| poweroutput = {{ubl|195/0: {{convert|780|kW|hp|abbr=on}}|195/1: {{convert|1170|kW|hp|abbr=on}}|({{convert|390|kW|hp|abbr=on}} per engine)<ref name="pp6h" />}} |
| poweroutput = {{ubl|195/0: {{convert|780|kW|hp|abbr=on}}|195/1: {{convert|1170|kW|hp|abbr=on}}|({{convert|390|kW|hp|abbr=on}} per engine)<ref name="pp6h" />}} |
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| transmission = [[ZF Friedrichshafen|ZF]] |
| transmission = [[ZF Friedrichshafen|ZF]] EcoLife 6-speed |
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The '''British Rail Class 195'''<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.raildeliverygroup.com/what-we-do/publications.html?task=file.download&id=758 |title=Long Term Passenger Rolling Stock Strategy for the Rail Industry, Fourth Edition, March 2016 |publisher=Rail Delivery Group |access-date=22 March 2016 }}{{Dead link|date=November 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> is a class of [[diesel multiple-unit]] passenger train from the [[CAF Civity|Civity]] family manufactured by [[Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles|CAF]], owned by [[Eversholt Rail Group]] and currently operated by [[Northern Trains]]. A total of 58 units have been built; 25 two-car units and 33 three-car units.<ref name="engineer">{{cite web |title=Northern's trains from Spain |last=Shirres |first=David |url=https://www.railengineer.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |work=Railway Engineer |date=3 April 2018 |access-date=14 September 2018 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20180915042537/https://www.railengineer.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |archive-date=15 September 2018 |url-status=dead }}</ref |
The '''British Rail Class 195'''<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.raildeliverygroup.com/what-we-do/publications.html?task=file.download&id=758 |title=Long Term Passenger Rolling Stock Strategy for the Rail Industry, Fourth Edition, March 2016 |publisher=Rail Delivery Group |access-date=22 March 2016 }}{{Dead link|date=November 2018 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref> is a class of [[diesel multiple-unit]] passenger train from the [[CAF Civity|Civity]] family manufactured by [[Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles|CAF]], owned by [[Eversholt Rail Group]] and currently operated by [[Northern Trains]]. A total of 58 units have been built; 25 two-car units and 33 three-car units.<ref name="railwaygazette1"/><ref name="engineer">{{cite web |title=Northern's trains from Spain |last=Shirres |first=David |url=https://www.railengineer.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |work=Railway Engineer |date=3 April 2018 |access-date=14 September 2018 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20180915042537/https://www.railengineer.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |archive-date=15 September 2018 |url-status=dead }}</ref> The class is almost identical to the [[British Rail Class 331|Class 331]] also produced by CAF, which is the electric version of the Class 195, differing only in traction type and (in some units) vehicle formation. |
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They were first introduced on 1 July 2019, entering service with the previous operator [[Arriva Rail North]] on the [[Manchester Airport railway station|Manchester Airport]] and [[Liverpool Lime Street]] via [[Warrington Central railway station|Warrington]], and Manchester Airport to [[Barrow-in-Furness railway station|Barrow-in-Furness]] routes.<ref name="early2019">{{cite tweet|user=northernassist|number=1067683218898460672|date=28 November 2018|title=#ProudToBeHelping|access-date=1 December 2018}}</ref> The final 195 unit entered service in December 2020 and all 58 units work across all non-electrified routes across the Northern network.<ref>{{Cite |
They were first introduced on 1 July 2019, entering service with the previous operator [[Arriva Rail North]] on the [[Manchester Airport railway station|Manchester Airport]] and [[Liverpool Lime Street]] via [[Warrington Central railway station|Warrington]], and Manchester Airport to [[Barrow-in-Furness railway station|Barrow-in-Furness]] routes.<ref name="early2019">{{cite tweet|user=northernassist|number=1067683218898460672|date=28 November 2018|title=#ProudToBeHelping|access-date=1 December 2018}}</ref> The final 195 unit entered service in December 2020 and all 58 units work across all non-electrified routes across the Northern network.<ref>{{Cite magazine|title=CAF completes final Class 195 DMU for Northern |url=https://www.railwaygazette.com/uk/caf-completes-final-class-195-dmu-for-northern/58001.article |magazine=Railway Gazette International|date=11 December 2020 |accessdate=11 May 2021}}</ref> |
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==History== |
==History== |
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The introduction of new rolling stock for the Northern franchise was fuelled by the need to phase out the unpopular ''[[Pacer (train)|Pacer]]'' trains by 2020. The tender for the then-new franchise in 2015 originally permitted the continued use of Pacer trains, as it was judged by the [[Department for Transport]] (DfT) that a new rolling-stock order represented "poor value for money.".<ref>{{cite |
The introduction of new rolling stock for the Northern franchise was fuelled by the need to phase out the unpopular ''[[Pacer (train)|Pacer]]'' trains by 2020. The tender for the then-new franchise in 2015 originally permitted the continued use of Pacer trains, as it was judged by the [[Department for Transport]] (DfT) that a new rolling-stock order represented "poor value for money.".<ref>{{cite magazine |title=McLoughlin overrules officials who called Pacer replacement 'poor value' |url= http://www.railtechnologymagazine.com/Rail-News/mcloughlin-overrules-officials-who-called-pacer-replacement-poor-value-for-money |magazine=Rail Technology Magazine |date=27 February 2015}}</ref> However the [[House of Commons of the United Kingdom|House of Commons]] [[Transport Select Committee]] described the continued use of ''Pacer'' trains as "unacceptable" and recommended that the [[Secretary of State for Transport|Secretary of State]] use franchise specification power to include the need for a new rolling-stock order.<ref>{{cite web |title=Proposals to withdraw Pacer trains by 2020 |url= https://www.parliament.uk/business/committees/committees-a-z/commons-select/transport-committee/news/pacer-trains/ |work=House of Commons |date=27 February 2015}}</ref> Subsequently, the then Secretary of State for Transport [[Patrick McLoughlin]] issued a [[Ministerial order|ministerial directive]] in February 2015 to force the new franchise to include a new rolling-stock order as part of the franchise agreement, which would enable the ''Pacer'' trains to be phased out.<ref>{{cite web |title=Pacer vehicles withdrawal: confirming the ministerial direction |url= https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/pacer-vehicles-withdrawal-confirming-the-ministerial-direction |website=gov.uk |date=27 February 2015 |access-date=14 September 2018}}</ref> |
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The announcement of the new trains was made by now-previous operator Arriva UK Trains when it was confirmed that it would become the next operator of the Northern franchise (after Serco-Abellio) from 1 April 2016.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.arrivarailnorth.org/keeping-you-posted/9-test-news-article-2 |title= Intention to award Northern franchise to Arriva |publisher= Arriva Rail North |access-date= 22 March 2016 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20160317020324/http://www.arrivarailnorth.org/keeping-you-posted/9-test-news-article-2 |archive-date= 17 March 2016 |url-status= dead }}</ref> The Class 195 order was based on Arriva's belief that the ageing and dilapidated state of rolling stock in Northern England was an inherent obstacle to enticing new passengers {{ndash}} particularly motorists {{ndash}} and that investing in new modern trains represented the best long-term strategy for enabling passenger growth.<ref name="engineer"/><ref>{{cite |
The announcement of the new trains was made by now-previous operator Arriva UK Trains when it was confirmed that it would become the next operator of the Northern franchise (after Serco-Abellio) from 1 April 2016.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.arrivarailnorth.org/keeping-you-posted/9-test-news-article-2 |title= Intention to award Northern franchise to Arriva |publisher= Arriva Rail North |access-date= 22 March 2016 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20160317020324/http://www.arrivarailnorth.org/keeping-you-posted/9-test-news-article-2 |archive-date= 17 March 2016 |url-status= dead }}</ref> The Class 195 order was based on Arriva's belief that the ageing and dilapidated state of rolling stock in Northern England was an inherent obstacle to enticing new passengers {{ndash}} particularly motorists {{ndash}} and that investing in new modern trains represented the best long-term strategy for enabling passenger growth.<ref name="engineer"/><ref>{{cite magazine |title= Northern's new trains set to trigger fleet rejuvenation |quote= However, Northern believed that withdrawal of the Pacers by the end of next year meant attention would then turn to the quality of the remaining trains. There was concern that Class '150', '155' and '156' DMUs dating from 1985 onwards will still be in traffic into the next decade, and the operator believes the standards set by the new '195' and '331' fleets will generate an evaluation of what is on offer. |url= https://www.railmagazine.com/news/network/northern-s-new-trains-set-to-trigger-fleet-rejuvenation |magazine=Rail Magazine|location= Peterborough |date=13 February 2018 |access-date=14 September 2018}}</ref> |
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CAF was selected by Arriva, as it was the only manufacturer able to build both diesel and electric ({{brc|331}}) multiple units from the same platform, ''[[CAF Civity|Civity]]'', thus increasing familiarity for drivers and reducing maintenance costs once in operation.<ref name="engineer"/> [[Bombardier Transportation|Bombardier]] made a bid to produce electric ''[[Aventra]]'' units but was unable to offer a sister diesel unit which Arriva required.<ref name="robertleanewtrains">{{cite web |last=Lea |first=Robert |title=Spain wins £490m race to replace unloved Pacer |quote=However, the Arriva order needed a substantial number of diesel trains, too, because so much of the network in the north is not electrified. It is understood that Bombardier declined to bid for the diesel train sets. The Spanish acquisition is likely to have been determined by CAF's ability to deliver the trains more quickly than rivals. |url= https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/spain-wins-pound490m-race-to-replace-unloved-pacer-lgsbvd72ww7 |newspaper=The Times |location= London |date=23 January 2016 |access-date=15 September 2018}}</ref> Furthermore, Bombardier already had a long order book for ''Aventra'' units and Arriva believed that CAF was in a stronger position to guarantee on-time delivery of the units.<ref name="robertleanewtrains"/> |
CAF was selected by Arriva, as it was the only manufacturer able to build both diesel and electric ({{brc|331}}) multiple units from the same platform, ''[[CAF Civity|Civity]]'', thus increasing familiarity for drivers and reducing maintenance costs once in operation.<ref name="engineer"/> [[Bombardier Transportation|Bombardier]] made a bid to produce electric ''[[Aventra]]'' units but was unable to offer a sister diesel unit which Arriva required.<ref name="robertleanewtrains">{{cite web |last=Lea |first=Robert |title=Spain wins £490m race to replace unloved Pacer |quote=However, the Arriva order needed a substantial number of diesel trains, too, because so much of the network in the north is not electrified. It is understood that Bombardier declined to bid for the diesel train sets. The Spanish acquisition is likely to have been determined by CAF's ability to deliver the trains more quickly than rivals. |url= https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/spain-wins-pound490m-race-to-replace-unloved-pacer-lgsbvd72ww7 |newspaper=The Times |location= London |date=23 January 2016 |access-date=15 September 2018}}</ref> Furthermore, Bombardier already had a long order book for ''Aventra'' units and Arriva believed that CAF was in a stronger position to guarantee on-time delivery of the units.<ref name="robertleanewtrains"/> |
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Construction of the bodyshells began in Zaragoza in July 2017.<ref name="railjournalcaf195s">{{ |
Construction of the bodyshells began in Zaragoza in July 2017.<ref name="railjournalcaf195s">{{Cite magazine|url=http://www.railjournal.com/index.php/rolling-stock/caf-begins-production-of-new-trains-for-northern.html?channel=529|title=CAF begins production of new trains for Northern|magazine=International Railway Journal}}</ref> The wheelsets were constructed in [[Beasain]] and final assembly of the units took place in [[Irun]].<ref>[[RAIL magazine]] issue 823</ref> The first completed Class 195 unit began undergoing tests at the [[Velim railway test circuit|Velim test track]] in May 2018.<ref>{{cite magazine|url=http://railjournal.com/index.php/rolling-stock/first-caf-civity-emu-for-northern-on-test-at-velim.html |title=First CAF Civity EMU for Northern on test at Velim |last=Barrow |first=Keith |magazine=International Railway Journal |date=8 May 2018 |access-date=26 July 2018}}</ref> The first unit arrived in England in June 2018<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.railway-technology.com/news/first-northerns-500m-class-195-train-fleet-arrives-uk/ |title=First of Northern's £500m Class 195 train fleet arrives in the UK |work=Railway Technology |date=29 June 2018 |access-date=26 July 2018}}</ref> and testing on the main line began in September 2018.<ref>{{cite magazine |url= https://www.railmagazine.com/news/fleet/caf-dmus-for-northern-begin-main-line-testing |magazine=Rail Magazine|location= Peterborough |title=CAF DMUs for Northern begin main line testing |date=15 September 2018 |access-date=20 September 2018 |last=Clinnick |first=Richard}}</ref> |
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==Description== |
==Description== |
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{{see also|British Rail Class 331}} |
{{see also|British Rail Class 331}} |
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[[Arriva UK Trains]] stated its aim for a "step-change in quality" for the new trains when compared with older trains in the [[Arriva Rail North|Northern]] fleet such as the ''[[Pacer (train)|Pacer]]s'' and ''[[British Rail Sprinter|Sprinter]]s''. The interior, layout and driver cab of the Class 195 (DMU) are similar to their sister units, the Class 331 (EMU), the differences being in power generation and drivetrain.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shires |first=David |title=Northern's trains from Spain |quote=Other than their power source, drive train and coach formations, the Class 195 and 331 units are virtually identical. |url= |
[[Arriva UK Trains]] stated its aim for a "step-change in quality" for the new trains when compared with older trains in the [[Arriva Rail North|Northern]] fleet such as the ''[[Pacer (train)|Pacer]]s'' and ''[[British Rail Sprinter|Sprinter]]s''. The interior, layout and driver cab of the Class 195 (DMU) are similar to their sister units, the Class 331 (EMU), the differences being in power generation and drivetrain.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shires |first=David |title=Northern's trains from Spain |quote=Other than their power source, drive train and coach formations, the Class 195 and 331 units are virtually identical. |url=https://www.railengineer.co.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |work=Rail Engineer |date=3 April 2018 |access-date=2 November 2019 |archive-date=2 November 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191102132254/https://www.railengineer.co.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |url-status=dead }}</ref> |
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The 195s have a 'doors-at-thirds' arrangement, and a top speed limited to {{Cvt|100|mph|4=0}}. They have [[air conditioning]], power sockets, one toilet per train,<ref>https://busandtrainuser.com/2019/07/10/new-trains-in-2019-6-northerns-class-195-and-331/ only one toilet per train</ref> open gangways between individual carriages, passenger compartment [[CCTV]], provision for wheelchair passengers, and a [[Wi-Fi]] system. All trains are fitted with an automated audio information system, as well as display screens - six in each carriage, ensuring all passengers have an unobstructed view of at least one. These screens convey a variety of information, including station arrival times and informing alighting passengers when they need to be in a different carriage due to platforms being too short to accommodate the train.<ref>{{Cite magazine |title=On their way to Northern |last=Clinnick |first=Richard |quote=Customer Information Screens are being fitted. Hyde says these will display live information supplied by the Darwin system, enabling passengers to access the latest travel details not just for the service they are on, but also elsewhere on the network (should that be required). |url= https://www.railmagazine.com/news/rail-features/from-the-archives-on-their-way-to-northern |magazine=Rail |location= Peterborough |date=9 September 2019 |access-date=2 November 2019}}</ref> |
The 195s have a 'doors-at-thirds' arrangement, and a top speed limited to {{Cvt|100|mph|4=0}}. They have [[air conditioning]], power sockets, one toilet per train,<ref>https://busandtrainuser.com/2019/07/10/new-trains-in-2019-6-northerns-class-195-and-331/ only one toilet per train</ref> open gangways between individual carriages, passenger compartment [[CCTV]], provision for wheelchair passengers, and a [[Wi-Fi]] system. All trains are fitted with an automated audio information system, as well as display screens - six in each carriage, ensuring all passengers have an unobstructed view of at least one. These screens convey a variety of information, including station arrival times and informing alighting passengers when they need to be in a different carriage due to platforms being too short to accommodate the train.<ref>{{Cite magazine |title=On their way to Northern |last=Clinnick |first=Richard |quote=Customer Information Screens are being fitted. Hyde says these will display live information supplied by the Darwin system, enabling passengers to access the latest travel details not just for the service they are on, but also elsewhere on the network (should that be required). |url= https://www.railmagazine.com/news/rail-features/from-the-archives-on-their-way-to-northern |magazine=Rail Magazine|location= Peterborough |date=9 September 2019 |access-date=2 November 2019}}</ref> |
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Northern selected a "wide and spacious" vestibule area to allow for quicker passenger flows when boarding and disembarking to minimise dwell times and thus reduce delays.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shires |first=David |title=Northern's trains from Spain |quote=The electrically powered double-leaf sliding plug doors are at 1/3 and 2/3 car door positions and have large vestibules to provide good movement within the coach to minimise dwell times. |url= |
Northern selected a "wide and spacious" vestibule area to allow for quicker passenger flows when boarding and disembarking to minimise dwell times and thus reduce delays.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shires |first=David |title=Northern's trains from Spain |quote=The electrically powered double-leaf sliding plug doors are at 1/3 and 2/3 car door positions and have large vestibules to provide good movement within the coach to minimise dwell times. |url=https://www.railengineer.co.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |work=Rail Engineer |date=3 April 2018 |access-date=2 November 2019 |archive-date=2 November 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191102132254/https://www.railengineer.co.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |url-status=dead }}</ref> The large spaces around the doors create a flexible space, with flip-down seats for quiet times of day, and standing space in times of overcrowding where the objective is to ensure that all passengers can board.<ref name="openvestibule">{{Cite web |title=New trains in 2019 6: Northern's Class 195 and 331 |quote=Aside from the seats and tables one noticeable feature as you board are the wide doorway vestibule areas leading into the saloon but the area is also useful to store over-sized suitcases passengers now wheel around especially on the Airport run as well as prams. It's a good idea and works well on Thameslink where there's a very wide area around each set of doors. |url= https://busandtrainuser.com/2019/07/10/new-trains-in-2019-6-northerns-class-195-and-331/ |work=busandtrainuser |date=10 July 2019 |access-date=2 November 2019}}</ref> Since the units are not fitted with fixed luggage racks (as these often reduce capacity on peak-time commuter trains) the space by the doors can also be used to store luggage and prams - thus not impacting on the capacity of the train or safety of passengers wishing to alight or board. In maintaining an objective for the interior to be spacious, seats are cantilevered off the body frame and there are no internal doors, with open gangways between carriages.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Rolling blog: New trains for Northern |last=Bigland |first=Paul |quote=Looking through the gangway into the next car. There are no internal doors, giving a feeling of spaciousness. |url= https://paulbigland.blog/2019/06/28/rolling-blog-new-trains-for-northern/ |work=paulbigland.blog |date=28 June 2019 |access-date=2 November 2019}}</ref> |
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The units were designed with a projected lifespan of 35{{nbsp}}years and it was planned they will operate beyond 2050 with maintenance and refurbishment.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shires |first=David |title=Northern's trains from Spain |quote=They have a 35-year design life. |url=https://www.railengineer.co.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |work=Rail Engineer |date=3 April 2018 |access-date=2 November 2019}}</ref> A feature is a digital seat reservation system, however this is to future-proof the train and Northern did not envisage using it on many, if any routes. Although the vast majority of services operate as three- or four-car formations (two-car units doubled), some three-car units will be doubled up to form six-car services, such as the route between Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool via Warrington Central. As a result, they are fitted with [[Selective door operation|Automatic Selective Door Operation]] (ASDO) for use on routes where station platform lengths are not sufficient to fully accommodate the train. This ASDO system is linked to an automated system which informs the passengers through both audio announcements and the passenger information screens in each saloon. |
The units were designed with a projected lifespan of 35{{nbsp}}years and it was planned they will operate beyond 2050 with maintenance and refurbishment.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shires |first=David |title=Northern's trains from Spain |quote=They have a 35-year design life. |url=https://www.railengineer.co.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |work=Rail Engineer |date=3 April 2018 |access-date=2 November 2019 |archive-date=2 November 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191102132254/https://www.railengineer.co.uk/2018/04/03/northerns-trains-from-spain/ |url-status=dead }}</ref> A feature is a digital seat reservation system, however this is to future-proof the train and Northern did not envisage using it on many, if any routes. Although the vast majority of services operate as three- or four-car formations (two-car units doubled), some three-car units will be doubled up to form six-car services, such as the route between Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool via Warrington Central. As a result, they are fitted with [[Selective door operation|Automatic Selective Door Operation]] (ASDO) for use on routes where station platform lengths are not sufficient to fully accommodate the train. This ASDO system is linked to an automated system which informs the passengers through both audio announcements and the passenger information screens in each saloon. |
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==Operators== |
==Operators== |
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===Northern Trains=== |
===Northern Trains=== |
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[[File:Northern Rail Class 195 007.jpg|thumb|Northern Rail Class 195 on a test run near [[Manchester]] ]] |
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On 1 March 2020 the Northern franchise was taken over by [[Northern Trains]].<ref>{{Cite news|last1=Syal|first1=Rajeev|last2=Topham|first2=Gwyn|url=https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2020/jan/02/northern-rail-to-be-stripped-of-franchise-says-grant-shapps|title=Troubled rail firm Northern brought under government control|date=2 January 2020| |
On 1 March 2020 the Northern franchise was taken over by government-owned [[Northern Trains]].<ref>{{Cite news|last1=Syal|first1=Rajeev|last2=Topham|first2=Gwyn|url=https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2020/jan/02/northern-rail-to-be-stripped-of-franchise-says-grant-shapps|title=Troubled rail firm Northern brought under government control|date=2 January 2020|newspaper=The Guardian |access-date=19 July 2020}}</ref> All Class 195 units transferred to Northern Trains on 1 March 2020 along with the rest of the Northern fleet. |
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==Named units== |
==Named units== |
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* 195104 – ''[[Deva Victrix]]''<ref>{{cite |
* 195104 – ''[[Deva Victrix]]''<ref>{{cite news |last1=Holmes |first1=David |title=New 100mph trains to operate on Chester to Leeds route |url=https://www.cheshire-live.co.uk/news/chester-cheshire-news/new-100mph-trains-operate-chester-17081304 |newspaper=Chester Chronicle |access-date=14 October 2019 |date=14 October 2019}}</ref> |
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* 195109 – ''[[Cumbria|Pride of Cumbria]]''<ref>{{cite web |title=Pride of Cumbria marks 175 years of railway history |url= |
* 195109 – ''[[Cumbria|Pride of Cumbria]]''<ref>{{cite web |title=Pride of Cumbria marks 175 years of railway history |url=https://railinsider.co.uk/pride-of-cumbria-marks-175-years-of-railway-history/ |publisher=Rail Insider |date=1 October 2021 |access-date=10 October 2021 |archive-date=10 October 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211010162446/https://railinsider.co.uk/pride-of-cumbria-marks-175-years-of-railway-history/ |url-status=dead }}</ref> |
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*195111 – ''[[Key worker|Key Worker]]''<ref>{{Cite tweet|user=northernassist|author-link=Northern Trains|number=1253258481202860032|title=🚆 195111, now aptly known as 'Key Worker', is the first of 4 newly covered trains heading out on our network today. |
*195111 – ''[[Key worker|Key Worker]]''<ref>{{Cite tweet|user=northernassist|author-link=Northern Trains|number=1253258481202860032|title=🚆 195111, now aptly known as 'Key Worker', is the first of 4 newly covered trains heading out on our network today. We're sure you'll agree, it looks great...|date=23 April 2020}}</ref> |
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* 195116 – ''[[Northern Trains|Proud To Be Northern]]''<ref>{{cite magazine|last1=Bendall|first1=Simon|last2=Nicholls|first2=Mark|date=September 2019|magazine=Railways Illustrated|title=Fleet Review|page=18|issue=199}}</ref> |
* 195116 – ''[[Northern Trains|Proud To Be Northern]]''<ref>{{cite magazine|last1=Bendall|first1=Simon|last2=Nicholls|first2=Mark|date=September 2019|magazine=Railways Illustrated|title=Fleet Review|page=18|issue=199}}</ref> |
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* 195128 – ''[[Calderdale|Calder Champion]]''<ref>{{cite press release |title=Calder Valley sees latest launch of Northern's new trains |url= https://media.northernrailway.co.uk/news/calder-valley-sees-latest-launch-of-northerns-new-trains |publisher= Northern |date=18 October 2019 |access-date=22 October 2019}}</ref> |
* 195128 – ''[[Calderdale|Calder Champion]]''<ref>{{cite press release |title=Calder Valley sees latest launch of Northern's new trains |url= https://media.northernrailway.co.uk/news/calder-valley-sees-latest-launch-of-northerns-new-trains |publisher= Northern |date=18 October 2019 |access-date=22 October 2019}}</ref> |
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==Fleet details== |
==Fleet details== |
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Originally, 25 two-car and 30 three-car units were ordered; in November 2018 it was announced that an additional 3 three-car units had been ordered.<ref name="railwaygazette1"/> A tender notice for a further 20 multiple units was published in December 2021. |
Originally, 25 two-car and 30 three-car units were ordered; in November 2018 it was announced that an additional 3 three-car units had been ordered.<ref name="railwaygazette1"/> A tender notice for a further 20 multiple units was published in December 2021.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Financing of Rolling Stock: A Tender Notice by Northern Trains Limited |url=https://bidstats.uk/tenders/2021/W50/765002119 |access-date=1 November 2023 |website=bidstats.uk}}</ref> |
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==Accidents and incidents== |
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*On 22 March 2024, a train formed of two Class 195 units was derailed near {{rws|Grange-over-Sands}} station when it travelled over defective track at {{convert|56|mph|km/h}}. There were no injuries amongst the eight people on board. The [[Rail Accident Investigation Branch]] opened an investigation.<ref name=BBCcrgr301nyn80>{{cite news |url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crgr301nyn8o |title=Hole found under track where train derailed |first1=Pamela |last1=Tickell |first2=Jennie |last2=Dennett |date=22 March 2024 |publisher=BBC News |accessdate=22 March 2024 }}</ref><ref name=RAIBOpenGoS>{{cite web |url=https://www.gov.uk/government/news/derailment-of-a-passenger-train-at-grange-over-sands |title=Derailment of a passenger train at Grange-over-Sands |publisher=Rail Accident Investigation Branch |accessdate=28 March 2024 }}</ref> |
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Individual vehicles are numbered in the ranges as follows, with the last three digits of each vehicle number matching those of the unit to which the vehicle belongs:<ref name="orrAuth1" /> |
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[[UIC identification marking for tractive stock|European Vehicle Numbers]] for the fleet are devised by prefixing the domestic vehicle number with type code 95, country code 70, and a [[leading zero]]; "95700...".<ref name="orrAuth1" /> |
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===Livery illustration=== |
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[[File:Northern Class 195-1.png|none|thumb|x50px|Northern Trains Class 195/1]] |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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* [[British Rail Class 196]] - A diesel multiple unit variant of the CAF ''Civity UK'' platform built for [[West Midlands Trains]]. |
* [[British Rail Class 196]] - A diesel multiple unit variant of the CAF ''Civity UK'' platform built for [[West Midlands Trains]]. |
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* [[British Rail Class 197]] - A diesel multiple unit variant of the CAF ''Civity UK'' platform |
* [[British Rail Class 197]] - A diesel multiple unit variant of the CAF ''Civity UK'' platform built for [[Transport for Wales Rail]]. |
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* [[British Rail Class 331]] - An electric multiple unit variant of the CAF ''Civity UK'' platform also built for Northern. |
* [[British Rail Class 331]] - An electric multiple unit variant of the CAF ''Civity UK'' platform also built for Northern. |
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* [[British Rail Class 397]] - An electric multiple unit variant of the CAF ''Civity UK'' platform built for [[TransPennine Express]]. |
* [[British Rail Class 397]] - An electric multiple unit variant of the CAF ''Civity UK'' platform built for [[TransPennine Express]]. |
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* [[British Rail Class 897]] - A tri-mode multiple unit variant of the CAF ''Civity UK'' platform to be built for [[London North Eastern Railway]]. |
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==References== |
==References== |
Latest revision as of 16:31, 16 December 2024
British Rail Class 195 Civity | |
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In service | 1 July 2019 – present[1] |
Manufacturer | CAF |
Built at | |
Family name | Civity |
Replaced | |
Constructed | 2017–2020 |
Number built |
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Formation |
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Fleet numbers |
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Capacity |
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Owners | Eversholt Rail Group |
Operators | Northern Trains |
Depots | |
Specifications | |
Train length |
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Car length | |
Width | 2.712 m (8 ft 10.8 in) |
Height | 3.850 m (12 ft 7.6 in) |
Doors | Double-leaf sliding plug (2 per side per car) |
Wheelbase |
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Maximum speed | 100 mph (160 km/h)[7][9] |
Axle load | |
Prime mover(s) | |
Engine type | Inline-6 turbo-diesel with SCR[11][12] |
Displacement | 12.8 L (780 cu in) per engine[12] |
Power output |
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Transmission | ZF EcoLife 6-speed |
Acceleration | 0.83 m/s2 (1.9 mph/s) max.[7] |
Safety system(s) | |
Coupling system | Dellner[14] |
Multiple working | Within class (max. 12 cars)[5] |
Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge |
The British Rail Class 195[15] is a class of diesel multiple-unit passenger train from the Civity family manufactured by CAF, owned by Eversholt Rail Group and currently operated by Northern Trains. A total of 58 units have been built; 25 two-car units and 33 three-car units.[4][13] The class is almost identical to the Class 331 also produced by CAF, which is the electric version of the Class 195, differing only in traction type and (in some units) vehicle formation.
They were first introduced on 1 July 2019, entering service with the previous operator Arriva Rail North on the Manchester Airport and Liverpool Lime Street via Warrington, and Manchester Airport to Barrow-in-Furness routes.[16] The final 195 unit entered service in December 2020 and all 58 units work across all non-electrified routes across the Northern network.[17]
History
[edit]The introduction of new rolling stock for the Northern franchise was fuelled by the need to phase out the unpopular Pacer trains by 2020. The tender for the then-new franchise in 2015 originally permitted the continued use of Pacer trains, as it was judged by the Department for Transport (DfT) that a new rolling-stock order represented "poor value for money.".[18] However the House of Commons Transport Select Committee described the continued use of Pacer trains as "unacceptable" and recommended that the Secretary of State use franchise specification power to include the need for a new rolling-stock order.[19] Subsequently, the then Secretary of State for Transport Patrick McLoughlin issued a ministerial directive in February 2015 to force the new franchise to include a new rolling-stock order as part of the franchise agreement, which would enable the Pacer trains to be phased out.[20]
The announcement of the new trains was made by now-previous operator Arriva UK Trains when it was confirmed that it would become the next operator of the Northern franchise (after Serco-Abellio) from 1 April 2016.[21] The Class 195 order was based on Arriva's belief that the ageing and dilapidated state of rolling stock in Northern England was an inherent obstacle to enticing new passengers – particularly motorists – and that investing in new modern trains represented the best long-term strategy for enabling passenger growth.[13][22]
CAF was selected by Arriva, as it was the only manufacturer able to build both diesel and electric (Class 331) multiple units from the same platform, Civity, thus increasing familiarity for drivers and reducing maintenance costs once in operation.[13] Bombardier made a bid to produce electric Aventra units but was unable to offer a sister diesel unit which Arriva required.[23] Furthermore, Bombardier already had a long order book for Aventra units and Arriva believed that CAF was in a stronger position to guarantee on-time delivery of the units.[23]
Construction of the bodyshells began in Zaragoza in July 2017.[24] The wheelsets were constructed in Beasain and final assembly of the units took place in Irun.[25] The first completed Class 195 unit began undergoing tests at the Velim test track in May 2018.[26] The first unit arrived in England in June 2018[27] and testing on the main line began in September 2018.[28]
Description
[edit]Arriva UK Trains stated its aim for a "step-change in quality" for the new trains when compared with older trains in the Northern fleet such as the Pacers and Sprinters. The interior, layout and driver cab of the Class 195 (DMU) are similar to their sister units, the Class 331 (EMU), the differences being in power generation and drivetrain.[29]
The 195s have a 'doors-at-thirds' arrangement, and a top speed limited to 100 mph (161 km/h). They have air conditioning, power sockets, one toilet per train,[30] open gangways between individual carriages, passenger compartment CCTV, provision for wheelchair passengers, and a Wi-Fi system. All trains are fitted with an automated audio information system, as well as display screens - six in each carriage, ensuring all passengers have an unobstructed view of at least one. These screens convey a variety of information, including station arrival times and informing alighting passengers when they need to be in a different carriage due to platforms being too short to accommodate the train.[31]
Northern selected a "wide and spacious" vestibule area to allow for quicker passenger flows when boarding and disembarking to minimise dwell times and thus reduce delays.[32] The large spaces around the doors create a flexible space, with flip-down seats for quiet times of day, and standing space in times of overcrowding where the objective is to ensure that all passengers can board.[33] Since the units are not fitted with fixed luggage racks (as these often reduce capacity on peak-time commuter trains) the space by the doors can also be used to store luggage and prams - thus not impacting on the capacity of the train or safety of passengers wishing to alight or board. In maintaining an objective for the interior to be spacious, seats are cantilevered off the body frame and there are no internal doors, with open gangways between carriages.[34]
The units were designed with a projected lifespan of 35 years and it was planned they will operate beyond 2050 with maintenance and refurbishment.[35] A feature is a digital seat reservation system, however this is to future-proof the train and Northern did not envisage using it on many, if any routes. Although the vast majority of services operate as three- or four-car formations (two-car units doubled), some three-car units will be doubled up to form six-car services, such as the route between Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool via Warrington Central. As a result, they are fitted with Automatic Selective Door Operation (ASDO) for use on routes where station platform lengths are not sufficient to fully accommodate the train. This ASDO system is linked to an automated system which informs the passengers through both audio announcements and the passenger information screens in each saloon.
Operators
[edit]Northern Trains
[edit]On 1 March 2020 the Northern franchise was taken over by government-owned Northern Trains.[36] All Class 195 units transferred to Northern Trains on 1 March 2020 along with the rest of the Northern fleet.
Named units
[edit]- 195104 – Deva Victrix[37]
- 195109 – Pride of Cumbria[38]
- 195111 – Key Worker[39]
- 195116 – Proud To Be Northern[40]
- 195128 – Calder Champion[41]
Fleet details
[edit]Originally, 25 two-car and 30 three-car units were ordered; in November 2018 it was announced that an additional 3 three-car units had been ordered.[4] A tender notice for a further 20 multiple units was published in December 2021.[42]
Class | Operator | Number | Year Built | Cars | Unit nos. |
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195/0 | Northern Trains | 25 | 2017-2020 | 2 | 195001–195025 |
195/1 | 33 | 3 | 195101–195133 |
Accidents and incidents
[edit]- On 22 March 2024, a train formed of two Class 195 units was derailed near Grange-over-Sands station when it travelled over defective track at 56 miles per hour (90 km/h). There were no injuries amongst the eight people on board. The Rail Accident Investigation Branch opened an investigation.[43][44]
See also
[edit]- British Rail Class 196 - A diesel multiple unit variant of the CAF Civity UK platform built for West Midlands Trains.
- British Rail Class 197 - A diesel multiple unit variant of the CAF Civity UK platform built for Transport for Wales Rail.
- British Rail Class 331 - An electric multiple unit variant of the CAF Civity UK platform also built for Northern.
- British Rail Class 397 - An electric multiple unit variant of the CAF Civity UK platform built for TransPennine Express.
- British Rail Class 897 - A tri-mode multiple unit variant of the CAF Civity UK platform to be built for London North Eastern Railway.
References
[edit]- ^ "Northern launches new £500m fleet of 101 trains". BBC News. British Broadcasting Corporation. 26 June 2019. Retrieved 26 June 2019.
- ^ Clinnick, Richard (31 January 2018). "Northern unveils its first new CAF-built train". Rail Magazine. Peterborough.
- ^ Clinnick, Richard (23 October 2018). "Northern to introduce first new trains from December". Rail. Peterborough. Retrieved 4 December 2018.
- ^ a b c "UK railway news round-up". Rail Business UK. Sutton: DVV Media International. 15 November 2018. Archived from the original on 12 November 2020. Retrieved 15 November 2018.
- ^ a b Fletcher, Steve (10 June 2019). "The Railways (Interoperability) Regulations 2011, as amended – Type authorisation of Class 195/1 diesel multiple unit trains in conformity with European Register of Authorised Types of Vehicle reference 13-104-0001-3-001" (PDF). Letter to Paul Simmons (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles). London: Office of Rail and Road. UK/51/2019/0009. Archived (PDF) from the original on 30 November 2022. Retrieved 30 November 2022.
- ^ "Northern Franchise Agreement" (PDF). Gov.uk. Eversheds LLP. 2015. Retrieved 14 July 2016.
- ^ a b c "Class 195". London: Eversholt Rail. Archived from the original on 15 August 2019. Retrieved 15 August 2019.
- ^ a b c The Class 195 Diesel Multiple Unit (PDF). Sunderland: Arriva Rail North. 24 January 2018. Retrieved 6 March 2022.
- ^ "Civity Diesel Regional Train for Northern Franchise". Beasain: Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles. Archived from the original on 4 May 2021. Retrieved 2 December 2021.
- ^ "140 MTU PowerPacks from Rolls-Royce for CAF regional trains in the North of England". Friedrichshafen: Rolls-Royce Power Systems AG. 3 February 2017. Archived from the original on 4 February 2017.
- ^ "Engines ordered for Civity UK DMUs". Railway Gazette International. Sutton: DVV Media International. 3 February 2017. Archived from the original on 6 June 2017. Retrieved 2 July 2019.
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However, Northern believed that withdrawal of the Pacers by the end of next year meant attention would then turn to the quality of the remaining trains. There was concern that Class '150', '155' and '156' DMUs dating from 1985 onwards will still be in traffic into the next decade, and the operator believes the standards set by the new '195' and '331' fleets will generate an evaluation of what is on offer.
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However, the Arriva order needed a substantial number of diesel trains, too, because so much of the network in the north is not electrified. It is understood that Bombardier declined to bid for the diesel train sets. The Spanish acquisition is likely to have been determined by CAF's ability to deliver the trains more quickly than rivals.
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Other than their power source, drive train and coach formations, the Class 195 and 331 units are virtually identical.
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Customer Information Screens are being fitted. Hyde says these will display live information supplied by the Darwin system, enabling passengers to access the latest travel details not just for the service they are on, but also elsewhere on the network (should that be required).
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The electrically powered double-leaf sliding plug doors are at 1/3 and 2/3 car door positions and have large vestibules to provide good movement within the coach to minimise dwell times.
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Aside from the seats and tables one noticeable feature as you board are the wide doorway vestibule areas leading into the saloon but the area is also useful to store over-sized suitcases passengers now wheel around especially on the Airport run as well as prams. It's a good idea and works well on Thameslink where there's a very wide area around each set of doors.
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Looking through the gangway into the next car. There are no internal doors, giving a feeling of spaciousness.
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They have a 35-year design life.
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