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The British Rail Class 805 Evero is a type of bi-mode multiple unit that is being built by Hitachi Rail for Avanti West Coast. Based on the Hitachi A-train design, 13 five-car units are being built to replace Class 221s on services between London Euston, Birmingham New Street and stations on the North Wales Coast lines.
3 days ago · New Hitachi-built trains have entered service with Avanti West Coast, where they are replacing the diesel Voyagers which were built by Bombardier around the start of this century. The new fleet of 23 trains, costing £350 million, has been dubbed Evero. It will eventually consist of 13 five-car bi-mode sets, known as Class 805, and 10 seven-car ...
3 days ago · Avanti West Coas t is celebrating its new timetable, and in the process, introducing its new Evero family of trains. Class 805 Evero at Penmaenmawr on the North Wales Line. Six trains out of a fleet of 23 have entered service – these being the of the 5-carriage Class 805. The Evero fleet will be comprised of 10 seven-carriage electric trains ...
Sep 22, 2023 · The West Coast operator unveils the design of its new fleet of trains, inspired by the Pendolino and the regions it serves. The first liveried train will start main line testing next week, with service entry in the coming months.
Jul 13, 2022 · The first Class 805 bi-mode set for Avanti West Coast has arrived from Hitachi, initially for static tests. There will be thirteen 805s for the London–Holyhead route, and they will be able to use the overhead power south of Crewe.
Feb 10, 2023 · The first of the 23-strong class 805 bi-mode fleet has made its inaugural test run from Wolverhampton to Glasgow. The new trains, which can run under both electric and diesel power, are set to enter service in 2023 and cut carbon emissions by 61%.
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Two Class 805 bi-mode trains – capable of running on both electric and diesel power -travelled from the West Midlands to Llandudno Junction, with stops at Chester and Rhyl, before heading back to its depot.
