CLASS 401 (2-BIL)


Number range: 2001-2152
Former number range: 1891-1900
Alpha code: 2-BIL
Introduced: 1935-1938
Built by: SR Eastleigh, frames from Lancing+
Formation: MBSL+DTCL
Vehicle numbers: MBSL - 10567-10718
DTCL - 12034-12110
Set length:
Vehicle length: 62ft 6in
Height:
Width: 9ft 3in
Seating: Total: 24F/84S*
MBSL - 52S*
DTCL - 24F/32S
Internal layout: 2+3. comparment
Gangway: No
Toilets: MBSL, DTCL - 1
Weight: Total - 74 tons 15cwt
MBSL - 43 tons 10cwt
DTCL - 31 tons 5cwt
Brake type: Air
Bogie type:
Power collection: 660-750v dc third rail
Traction motor type: 2 x EE
Horsepower: 550hp
Max speed: 75mph
Coupling type: Screw
Multiple restriction: SR types up to 1936 series (Group 1)
Door type: Slam
Special features: 2001-10 fitted with electropneumatic control equipment

* Second class seating was originally third class

+ MBSL of sets 1891-1900 (2001-2010) built by Metro Cammell/BRCW

Last updated 21/04/06