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Overview of the Bombardier British Rail Class 345
Discover the British Rail Class 345, a modern Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for the United Kingdom's railway network.
Built by Bombardier between 2015 and 2018, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 145 km/h and operates on a 1435 mm gauge with a 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric system.
Primarily operating in the UK under the TfL Rail banner, the Class 345 represents the future of rail transport, combining performance and reliability for everyday passenger commutes.
Bombardier British Rail Class 345 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Bombardier · 2015–2018 | |
| Top speed | 145 km/h90 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in |
Operators of the Bombardier British Rail Class 345
Railway companies that have operated the British Rail Class 345, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| TfL Rail | TfL 345 | United Kingdom |
Bombardier British Rail Class 345 photos
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