Tram-Train Trials, United Kingdom
Key Data:
Project Sponsor
UK Department for Transport
Infrastructure Operator
Network Rail
Train Operator
Northern Rail (Serco Group plc/ NedRailways)
Transport Executives
South Yorkshire and West Yorkshire PTE
Trail Route Length
37 miles (59.5km)
Gauge
1,435mm
Rolling Stock
Five units
Power
Diesel and Electric (overhead supply, 750V dc)
Specification
tbc
Supplier
tbc
Special Characteristics:
First UK application of tram-train vehicles
Complete handover of line services to new trains
No through-running between systems proposed in trial
Lease of vehicles under a design, build and maintain contract
Some concern over route selected for project
