© trainspo.comHitachi 805
Built by Hitachi
Overview of the Hitachi 805
Explore the advanced Hitachi 805 DEMU, a powerful locomotive designed for modern rail travel.
This impressive train boasts a top speed of 200 km/h and operates with 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, featuring a standard gauge of 1435 mm.
As a proud member of the A-train family, the Avanti West Coast Class 805 represents the cutting edge of UK railway technology.
Discover more about this state-of-the-art unit, with detailed information sourced from en.wikipedia.org.
Hitachi 805 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Family | A-train | |
| Built by | Hitachi | |
| Top speed | 200 km/h124 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in |
Operators of the Hitachi 805
Railway companies that have operated the 805, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Avanti West Coast | AWC 805 | United Kingdom |
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