After a number of months, I have finally got around to updating the site!
The Northern fleet list has been updated, with a number of Class 150, 156, 158 and 170 units having received digital modifications (fitment of WiFi and USB charging points) since the last update. In addition to these, 195109 has been named Pride of Cumbria.
In Merseyrail news, 507006 has departed for scrap. No further Class 777 deliveries have taken place, although it is understood a large amount of units have been completed by Stadler Rail and are pending delivery. It is unknown when these are scheduled to restart.
Class 319 conversions have continued, with GWR's order for nineteen Class 769/9 units now completed. 768002 (ex-319009) has been converted for Rail Operations Group, with 319441 also destined for this operator in a similar role. A second HydroFlex unit (799201) has also been converted, with 319382 being the donor unit.
November 03, 2021
May 19, 2021
Northern Class 153s In Warm Storage.
The first of Northern's allocation of 153s has now moved into storage, with eight units now in warm storage at Heaton depot. The first batch, 153304, 153315, 153317 and 153378, moved there on Tuesday 18th May.
On Wednesday 19th May, the second quartet, 153301, 153316, 153351 and 153352, arrived in the North East for storage.
The main Northern fleet list has been updated to reflect these latest movements.
On Wednesday 19th May, the second quartet, 153301, 153316, 153351 and 153352, arrived in the North East for storage.
The main Northern fleet list has been updated to reflect these latest movements.
April 28, 2021
Northern Class 150 Reformations.
Updated May 2nd, 2021.
Northern have commenced the reformation of four Class 150/1 and two Class 150/2 units into four three-car units. 150003/004/006 will have one toilet, with 150005 being the sole unit of the quartet which will have two toilets.
Below are the details for the "new" three-car Class 150s.
150003 formed of 150116 and 150209 (57209).
150004 formed of 150112 and 150209 (57212).
150005 formed of 150117 and 150223 (52223) - not 52224 of 150224 as previously reported.
150006 formed of 150147 and 150223 (57223) - not 57224 of 150224 as previously reported.
150001-006 will be deployed on services between Rochdale, Clitheroe and Blackburn. Four units will be diagrammed to be in service all day, a fifth will operate during the peak periods and the sixth unit will be spare.
Northern have commenced the reformation of four Class 150/1 and two Class 150/2 units into four three-car units. 150003/004/006 will have one toilet, with 150005 being the sole unit of the quartet which will have two toilets.
Below are the details for the "new" three-car Class 150s.
150003 formed of 150116 and 150209 (57209).
150004 formed of 150112 and 150209 (57212).
150005 formed of 150117 and 150223 (52223) - not 52224 of 150224 as previously reported.
150006 formed of 150147 and 150223 (57223) - not 57224 of 150224 as previously reported.
150001-006 will be deployed on services between Rochdale, Clitheroe and Blackburn. Four units will be diagrammed to be in service all day, a fifth will operate during the peak periods and the sixth unit will be spare.
March 13, 2021
Fleet News Round Up.
Hi all, I hope you're well.
I'm going to try a different post format this time, as I've added quite a few updates since the last time I updated the blog!
Northern Trains
The refurbishment programme is now complete, whilst 195021 has returned from undergoing repairs at Llanwern. I've also added the Class 156s which are due from EMR as replacements for the Class 153 fleet, I'll add the extra 323s once it's been confirmed how many and which units are to transfer. The other Northern lists have also been brought up to date.
Merseyrail
I've added the latest Class 777 deliveries, as well the additional unit which has been ordered for the upcoming extension of the Kirkby branch to the new station at Headbolt Lane. Six units will initially be configured as BEMUs as part of a trial to extend Merseyrail services beyond the third rail network. I'm really looking forward to seeing how the trial goes.
Miscellaneous
The latest addition to the blog is a page dedicated to the conversion of Mark 3 electric multiple units to Class 600, 769 and 799 units respectfully.
Updates will be as and when for the time being, at least until the next round of fleet changes at both Merseyrail and Northern. As always, if you see any errors or omissions, please let me know on my Facebook page.
Take care for now,
507021.
I'm going to try a different post format this time, as I've added quite a few updates since the last time I updated the blog!
Northern Trains
The refurbishment programme is now complete, whilst 195021 has returned from undergoing repairs at Llanwern. I've also added the Class 156s which are due from EMR as replacements for the Class 153 fleet, I'll add the extra 323s once it's been confirmed how many and which units are to transfer. The other Northern lists have also been brought up to date.
Merseyrail
I've added the latest Class 777 deliveries, as well the additional unit which has been ordered for the upcoming extension of the Kirkby branch to the new station at Headbolt Lane. Six units will initially be configured as BEMUs as part of a trial to extend Merseyrail services beyond the third rail network. I'm really looking forward to seeing how the trial goes.
Miscellaneous
The latest addition to the blog is a page dedicated to the conversion of Mark 3 electric multiple units to Class 600, 769 and 799 units respectfully.
Updates will be as and when for the time being, at least until the next round of fleet changes at both Merseyrail and Northern. As always, if you see any errors or omissions, please let me know on my Facebook page.
Take care for now,
507021.
November 18, 2020
Autumn Fleet News Update.
Updated 19/11/2020
Class 144
144004, 144014, 144016, 144019 and 144020 are off lease.
Class 150
150268 is now PRM compliant, and has also been refurbished.
Class 156
156428, 156429, 156440 and 156451 are now allocated to Heaton.
156447 and 156485 are in works.
Class 158
158791-793 are now allocated to Heaton.
158842 and 158853 have been refurbished.
158851 and 158872 are in works, the latter has also been reallocated to Heaton.
Class 195
195132 has now entered service.
195133 has been delivered, completing delivery of the class.
Class 323
323223 is now PRM compliant and has been refurbished.
Class 144
144004, 144014, 144016, 144019 and 144020 are off lease.
Class 150
150268 is now PRM compliant, and has also been refurbished.
Class 156
156428, 156429, 156440 and 156451 are now allocated to Heaton.
156447 and 156485 are in works.
Class 158
158791-793 are now allocated to Heaton.
158842 and 158853 have been refurbished.
158851 and 158872 are in works, the latter has also been reallocated to Heaton.
Class 195
195132 has now entered service.
195133 has been delivered, completing delivery of the class.
Class 323
323223 is now PRM compliant and has been refurbished.
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