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	Class 180

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The first of the build, No. 180101 stands at Paddington on August 10. 2000, the first time the train visited Paddington. At this time set no. 180101 was being used for test running. It is a shame to record that 18 months later the sets had still not entered service. CJM.

Motor First vehicle of Class 180 set. CJM

Motor Standard vehicle of Class 180 set. CJM

Class 180 interior. On the left is the standard class 2+2 layout, while on the right is the luxury 2+1 first class layout. Both: CJM

Class 180 cab, showing the now standard one controller for power and brake, operated by the drivers left hand. The main speedometer in the centre of the desk also contains full GW Automatic Train Protection. CJM

Each Class 180 set carries an emergency coupling adopter, to enable connection to a conventional hook fitted loco. The emergency draw gear is seen attached to set 180101. CJM