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British Rail Class 465
| British Rail Class 465 Networker | |
|---|---|
 465176 at London Victoria in 2016 | |
 The refreshed interior of 465173 in 2013 | |
| In service | 13 October 1992 - Current[1] |
| Manufacturer | British Rail Engineering Limited ABB Rail Metro Cammell |
| Family name | Networker |
| Replaced |
|
| Constructed | 1991 - 1994 |
| Refurbishment |
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| Number built | 147 units |
| Formation | 4 cars per unit |
| Capacity | 348 seats (465/0, 465/1, 465/2)[2] |
| Operator(s) | Southeastern |
| Specifications | |
| Car length |
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| Width | 2.81 m (9 ft 3 in)[2] |
| Height | 3.77 m (12 ft 4 in) |
| Maximum speed | 75 mph (121 km/h)[2] |
| Weight | Total - 136 tonnes (133.9 long tons; 149.9 short tons) |
| Power output | 1,608 hp (1,199 kW) |
| Electric system(s) | 750 V DC third rail |
| Current collection method | Contact shoe |
| Coupling system | Tightlock |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8 1⁄2 in) standard gauge |
The British Rail Class 465 Networker electric multiple units were built by Metro Cammell, and by British Rail Engineering Limited (BREL)[3] between 1991 and 1993 and then ABB Rail between 1993 and 1994. They were brought into service from 1992 and operated by Network SouthEast until 1997, then by Connex South Eastern until 2003, South Eastern Trains until 2006 and Southeastern to the present day.
They are mostly used on suburban routes serving the South East of England, although they have also been occasionally spotted elsewhere throughout Kent including the Kent Coast Line which is normally operated by Class 375s.
Contents
1 History of the class
2 Accidents and incidents
3 Two manufacturers
4 Traction equipment replacement
5 Refurbishment
6 Fleet details
6.1 Production and numbering
6.2 Detailed specifications
7 References
8 External links
History of the class
Network SouthEast began the planning for the development of the Class 465 Networker in 1988, and invited a tender for 710 of the units to be built.[4] The Class 465 was introduced in order to replace the 41-year-old Class 415 (4EPB) slam-door EMUs.[5]
All trains were originally supplied in Network SouthEast livery and branded "Kent Link Networker".[5]
Accidents and incidents
On 2 March 2018, Class 465 units formed some of the trains that became stranded in the Lewisham area due to inclement weather affecting conductor rails. Units 465 003 and 465164 were amongst the nine involved.[6]
Two manufacturers
The easiest way to tell the two makes apart: The BREL unit on the right has air intakes above the main windows; the Metro Cammell on the left doesn't.
Both manufacturers' units look similar in design; the major differences are the lack of aircraft-style overhead air vents on those produced by Metro Cammell (465/2), and the BREL (465/0) and ABB (465/1) units also feature slightly different dot matrix displays on the front and rear of the train to show the route number and destination, compared to the Metro Cammell units. There are other minor differences in door switches and audible chimes, window shapes and exterior panelling.[4] The maximum speed of a Class 465 Networker is 75 mph (120 km/h)[7] and they are designed only for 750 V DC third rail operation. A Solid State Traction Converter package controls 3-phase AC Traction motors, which allows for Rheostatic or Regenerative Dynamic braking.[7] Primary braking system is electro-pneumatically actuated disc brakes, which is blended with the Dynamic brakes.[7] Tachometers on every axle of the unit provide for Wheel Slip/Slide Protection.[7]
Traction equipment replacement
Plans were drawn up in 2007 to improve reliability of the BREL and ABB units (Class 465/0 and 465/1) by the installation of new traction equipment.[8] The new package, commissioned by Southeastern and HSBC Rail, was developed by Hitachi Rail – which also developed the Class 395. It was retrofitted across Southeastern's 97 trains over the course of 2009/2010. Brush Traction, the supplier/manufacturer of the original traction equipment, worked as consultants to assist in retro-fitting the new equipment.[8][9]
Refurbishment
Some Class 465/2 EMUs were given a 'Networker Weald' refresh - one of those treated was 465907 at Ashford International
The interior of the First Class cabin, located in each DMCO vehicle at both front and rear of the train.
The refreshed interior of a Standard Class saloon.
In 2005, 34 465/2 units (465201-465234) were given an extensive refurbishment.[1] This included new interior panelling, new flooring, new lighting, new seat moquette (in the same grey and blue design as on the Class 375 Electrostars) and the addition of a new first class seating area at the front and rear of the units, amongst other changes.[1] This was done with the intention that they would be cascaded to outer-suburban routes alongside the Class 375s; they would be replaced on inner suburban services by Class 376 units. They were reclassified as a separate sub-fleet designated 465/9 (465901–465934) and replaced the remaining life-expired Class 423 4-VEP slam-door stock. This was coming to the end of its life on Kent outer-suburban services, and did not comply with modern health & safety requirements; the last Class 423s were withdrawn in October 2005.[1]
From 2010 all Class 465/1 and 465/2s had an overhaul of door systems, air systems, couplings and trailer bogies. The overhaul was carried out by RailCare for Eversholt Rail Group and was completed on 21 May 2012.[10]
Fleet details
465027 at Bromley South
Class 365 cab interior; Class 465 and 466 are similar.
Production and numbering
| Class |
Introduced |
Manufacturer |
Number Range |
Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Class 465/0 |
1991-93 |
BREL |
465001-050 |
- Repainted units: 465001-050 (All Completed) Currently going under refurbishment for better disabled access (in progress) |
Class 465/1 |
1993-94 |
ABB |
465151-197 |
- Repainted units: 465151-197 (All Completed) |
Class 465/2 |
1991-93 |
Metro Cammell |
465235-250 |
- Repainted units: 465235-250 (All Completed) |
Class 465/3 |
1992 |
ABB |
465301 |
Demonstrator for Universal Networker (Class 365) |
Class 465/9 |
1991-93 |
Metro Cammell |
465901-934 |
Converted from 465/2 units. (465201 - 465234) - Repainted units: 465901-934 (All Completed) Currently going under refurbishment for better disabled access (in progress) |
Detailed specifications
| Specification |
Sub-class / related class |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 465/0 |
465/1 |
465/2 |
465/9 |
466 |
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| Currently owned by: |
Eversholt Rail Group |
Eversholt Rail Group |
Angel Trains |
Angel Trains |
Angel Trains |
| Operated by: |
Southeastern (previously Network SouthEast, Connex South Eastern and South Eastern Trains) |
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| Routes used on: |
Metro & Outer Suburban |
Metro & Outer Suburban |
Metro & Outer Suburban |
Outer Suburban |
Metro, Outer Suburban & Branch Lines |
| Built: |
1991-1993 by BREL York |
1993-1994 by ABB York |
1991-1993 by Metro Cammell |
1991-1993 by Metro Cammell Refurbished 2005 by Wabtec, Doncaster Works Improvement works for better toilets & disabled access 2016-17 (in progress) |
1993-1994 by Metro Cammell |
| Formation: |
DMSO(A)-TSO-TSOL-DMSO(B) |
DMCO(A)-TSO-TSOL-DMCO(B) |
DMSO-DTSOL |
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| Construction: |
Welded aluminium alloy |
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| Doors: |
Air powered sliding plug |
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| Gangways: |
Within 4-coach unit only |
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| Electrical Equipment: |
Hitachi IGBT inverter technology |
Solid state Traction Converter using GTO inverters. Solid state Auxiliary Converter. Wheel Slip/Slide protection |
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Traction motors: |
Four Brush TIM970 three-phase induction motors of 280 kW (380 hp) |
GEC-Alsthom G352AY three-phase induction motors of 280 kW (380 hp) |
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| Couplers: |
Tightlock (with underslung electrical/air connector box) |
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| Suspension: |
Primary: spring Secondary: airbag |
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| Bogies: |
BREL P3/T3 |
SRP BP62/BT52 |
BREL P3/T3 |
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| Maximum speed: |
75 mph (121 km/h) |
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Dimensions: |
20.89 or 20.06 x 2.81 m |
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Train brakes: |
Primary: Disc Secondary: Rheostatic (and Regenerative capable but currently disabled) |
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Mass: |
28.6–38.9 t (28.1–38.3 long tons; 31.5–42.9 short tons) |
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Multiple working: |
Within Class 365, Class 465 and Class 466. Additionally Class 319 (via Coupling Changeover Switch for assistance only) |
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References
^ abcd Class 465/466: Kent Link Networker Page 3 - Kent Rail. Retrieved 2013-01-01.
^ abcd 465/2 - GEC-ALSTOM - Angel Trains. Retrieved 2013-04-09.
^ "Manufacturer BREL: Class 465 Electric Multiple Unit data sheet" (pdf). Eversholt Leasing. Retrieved 2017-10-03..mw-parser-output cite.citation{font-style:inherit}.mw-parser-output .citation q{quotes:"""""""'""'"}.mw-parser-output .citation .cs1-lock-free a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/65/Lock-green.svg/9px-Lock-green.svg.png")no-repeat;background-position:right .1em center}.mw-parser-output .citation .cs1-lock-limited a,.mw-parser-output .citation .cs1-lock-registration a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/d/d6/Lock-gray-alt-2.svg/9px-Lock-gray-alt-2.svg.png")no-repeat;background-position:right .1em center}.mw-parser-output .citation .cs1-lock-subscription a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/aa/Lock-red-alt-2.svg/9px-Lock-red-alt-2.svg.png")no-repeat;background-position:right .1em center}.mw-parser-output .cs1-subscription,.mw-parser-output .cs1-registration{color:#555}.mw-parser-output .cs1-subscription span,.mw-parser-output .cs1-registration span{border-bottom:1px dotted;cursor:help}.mw-parser-output .cs1-ws-icon a{background:url("//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/4c/Wikisource-logo.svg/12px-Wikisource-logo.svg.png")no-repeat;background-position:right .1em center}.mw-parser-output code.cs1-code{color:inherit;background:inherit;border:inherit;padding:inherit}.mw-parser-output .cs1-hidden-error{display:none;font-size:100%}.mw-parser-output .cs1-visible-error{font-size:100%}.mw-parser-output .cs1-maint{display:none;color:#33aa33;margin-left:0.3em}.mw-parser-output .cs1-subscription,.mw-parser-output .cs1-registration,.mw-parser-output .cs1-format{font-size:95%}.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-left,.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-wl-left{padding-left:0.2em}.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-right,.mw-parser-output .cs1-kern-wl-right{padding-right:0.2em}
^ ab Classes 465 and 466 - Welcome to the Southern E-Group Web Site. Retrieved 2010-12-17
^ ab Class 465/466: Kent Link Networker Page 1 - Kent Rail. Retrieved 2013-01-01.
^ "Self-detrainment of passengers onto lines that were still electrically live at Lewisham, London 2 March 2018" (PDF). Rail Accident Investigation Branch. Retrieved 25 March 2019.
^ abcd Connex South Eastern: Train Operating Manual Classes 365,465,466. (Unit information) January 1998.
^ ab Networkers get a traction transplant - Railway Gazette. Retrieved 2011-03-18
^ CLASS 465 TRAINS WITH NEW HITACHI TRACTION DRIVE HANDED BACK TO SOUTHEASTERN AS SCHEDULED Archived 30 April 2009 at the Wayback Machine - Hitachi-Rail.com Retrieved 2011-03-18.
^ "Eversholt Rail".
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