NIR 450 Class
The 450 Class is a type of diesel multiple unit (DMU) passenger train formerly used by Northern Ireland Railways. They were affectionately nicknamed 'Thumpers' and 'Castles' (also known as the Castle Class) by rail enthusiasts.
Northern Ireland Railways 450 Class | |
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8458 departing City Hospital in 2009. | |
In service | 1985–2012 |
Manufacturer | British Rail Engineering Limited |
Family name | BR Second Generation (Mark 2 and Mark 3) |
Entered service | 1985–1987 |
Scrapped | 2012–2017 |
Number built | 9 sets |
Number scrapped | 8 sets |
Formation | 3-car sets (DM-T-DT) |
Fleet numbers | Originally: 451–459, Now: 8451–8459 |
Capacity | 184 seats |
Operators | Northern Ireland Railways |
Lines served | At time of withdrawal: Belfast-Larne Coleraine-Portrush Formerly: Belfast-Bangor Belfast-Newry |
Specifications | |
Maximum speed | 75 mph (121 km/h) |
Prime mover(s) | English Electric 4SRKT |
Safety system(s) | AWS, TPWS |
Track gauge | 1,600 mm (5 ft 3 in) |
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