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Alstom LU 1996 Stock

Built by GEC Alsthom

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Weight
156 t
343,921 lb
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1996–1998

Overview of the Alstom LU 1996 Stock

Discover the LU 1996 Stock, a modern EMU serving the iconic London Underground. Built by GEC Alsthom between 1996 and 1998, this reliable and efficient train is a cornerstone of London's public transport network.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and a standard 6-car formation, the LU 1996 Stock is designed for urban transit. It features a 1435 mm gauge, a width of 2.63 meters, and a height of 2.88 meters, weighing in at 156 tons.

This locomotive exemplifies British engineering and is a must-see for enthusiasts of London's railway heritage and urban mobility solutions. Explore the details of this vital piece of rolling stock.

Alstom LU 1996 Stock technical specifications

Value
Built byGEC Alsthom · 1996–1998
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation6 cars
Width2.63 m8 ft 8 in
Height2.88 m9 ft 5 in
Weight156 t343,921 lb

Operators of the Alstom LU 1996 Stock

Railway companies that have operated the LU 1996 Stock, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
London UndergroundLU 1996 StockUnited Kingdom

Alstom LU 1996 Stock photos

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