I have long thought that a 2-3 car bi-mode that could fit the UK loading gauge would be an incredibly useful. Having a sprinter replacement that can both run on all the branch lines around the country that are not going to be electrified any time soon, but that can also run with electric speed and acceleration on any main line sections of its route will make pathing on the main line much easier.
I had assumed that such a thing was too difficult with modern emission requirements and the small UK loading gauge. Therefore I was very excited to read that 3 and 4 coach bi-modes have been ordered for the East Anglia franchise. However I can't find many details about them. Does anyone have anymore information? Top speeds in the two modes? Can they change mode on the move?
DDB
I had assumed that such a thing was too difficult with modern emission requirements and the small UK loading gauge. Therefore I was very excited to read that 3 and 4 coach bi-modes have been ordered for the East Anglia franchise. However I can't find many details about them. Does anyone have anymore information? Top speeds in the two modes? Can they change mode on the move?
DDB