CLASS 315


Number range: 315801-315861
Introduced: 1980-1981
Built/rebuilt by: BREL York
Formation: DMSO+TSO+PTSO+DMSO
Vehicle numbers: DMSO - 64461-64582
TSO - 71281-71341
PTSO - 71389-71449
Set length: 264ft 10in (80.72m)
Vehicle length: DMSO - 64ft 11 1/2in (19.80m)
TSO/PTSO - 65ft 4 1/4in (19.92m)
Height: 11ft 9in (3.58m)
Width: 9ft 3in (2.82m)
Seating: Total: 320S
DMSO - 74S
TSO - 86S
PTSO - 84S
DMSO - 74S
Internat layout: 2+2/2+3 (high density)
Gangway: Within set, end emergency door
Toilets: Not installed
Weight: Total: 127.5 tonnes
DMSO - 35 tonnes
TSO - 26.5 tonnes
PTSO - 32 tonnes
DMSO - 35 tonnes
Brake type: Air (Westcode)
Bogie type: BX1
Power collection: 25kV ac overhead
Traction motor type: 315801-315841 - 8 x Brush TM61-53
315842-315861 - 8 x GEC G310AZ
Horsepower: 880hp (656kW/h)
Max speed: 75mph (121km/h)
Coupling type: Within set - bar
Outer - Tightlock
Multiple restriction: 1972 design high density ac stock
Door type: Bi-parting sliding
Special features: PA

Last updated 20/04/06