365 GN Workings

[jq.trains]

Just wondered if anyone happened to have the diagrams/knows of the workings of GN 365s since the May timetable change? Thanks.

 

[433N]

Just wondered if anyone happened to have the diagrams/knows of the workings of GN 365s since the May timetable change? Thanks.

Here ?

https://www.railforums.co.uk/threads/frequently-requested-diagrams.170615/

...says they're okay til December. Look about right but can't vouch for them personally.

 

[delt1c]

Used to commute from Kings Cross and have to say for me the 365 was the finest design for an EMU

 

[gazthomas]

Used to commute from Kings Cross and have to say for me the 365 was the finest design for an EMU

Agreed, except on the very, very hottest day

 

[delt1c]

Agreed, except on the very, very hottest day

Even on the hottest days, Remember when it was Mk2 aircon and not unusual to be hauled by non ETH loco, all drop lights open and still unbearable. replaced by 317 , very"spacious" 3 + 2 seating ( was this a step up) . Then came the 365 2+2 seating and opening windows, pure bliss.

 

[bramling]

Used to commute from Kings Cross and have to say for me the 365 was the finest design for an EMU

Absolutely, quite a few on here agree with that.

Any design is a compromise between different constraints - maximising seating capacity and comfort versus providing adequate standing room, including getting on and off the train. The 365 achieves this exceptionally well, which is why they've always been at home on metro, outer suburban and express work.

The recent refurbishment has spoiled them a little by removing carpet and providing a slightly less pleasing seating layout, as well as harsh LED lighting, but they still very pleasant to use.

It's interesting that the Northern 323s also seem quite popular, being outwardly quite a similar design.

 

[jq.trains]

Thanks guys!

 

[Hadders]

Used to commute from Kings Cross and have to say for me the 365 was the finest design for an EMU

I agree with this. I always try and seek out 365s for my GN travels over 700s and 387s although it's getting harder. My preference for travelling on GN is:

365
700 declassified 1st
387
700 standard class

Absolutely, quite a few on here agree with that.

Indeed

 

[Fuzzytop]

I realise there's a fair bit of interworking between Baldock and Peterborough routes, but I'm surprised how few of those workings are running as 12-car.

I've always had a soft spot for the 365s, and they seem fairly reliable for their age - it's sad there's not much work for them anymore.

 

[433N]

I realise there's a fair bit of interworking between Baldock and Peterborough routes, but I'm surprised how few of those workings are running as 12-car.

I've always had a soft spot for the 365s, and they seem fairly reliable for their age* - it's sad there's not much work for them anymore.

Given their scottish gap year, perhaps the following caveat should be added : * when maintained at Hornsey