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The British Rail Class 756 FLIRT is a class of tri-mode multiple units being built for Transport for Wales Rail by Swiss rolling stock manufacturer Stadler Rail. They are closely related to the Class 755 bi-mode units delivered by Stadler to Greater Anglia between 2018 and 2020, which can be powered either by … See more
The Wales & Borders rail franchise, awarded to KeolisAmey Wales with effect from 14 October 2018, included a commitment requiring that the operator oversee a full fleet … See more
Transport for Wales
When built, Transport for Wales Rail Class 756 units will operate services on the Rhymney line See moreClass 756 units have three or four passenger vehicles, along with a separate "Power Pack" vehicle near the centre of the unit that contains a diesel generator set and three battery modules. The diesel generator produces 480 kW (640 hp), while the batteries … See more
Wikipedia text under CC-BY-SA license First 756 electric train runs on the Core Valley Lines
Apr 8, 2024 · Boasting either three or four modern, spacious carriages, the Stadler 756 fleet are almost identical to the brand new trains we introduced on the Rhymney line in 2023, but with the ability to run on overhead or battery …
Our new trains - Transport for Wales
Stadler FLIRT (TMMU) - Class 756. We'll be using innovative Tri-mode multiple unit (diesel, electric, battery) which are much greener for the environment. Currently being built in Switzerland by Stadler. You can take an interactive …
First Class 756 train runs on the Core Valley Lines
Apr 10, 2024 · Boasting either three or four modern cars, the Stadler-built tri-mode Class 756 fleet is almost identical to the brand new trains introduced on the Rhymney line in 2023, but with the ability to run on overhead or battery power, …
First look onboard TfW's new 'tri-mode' Class 756 - YouTube
Jun 28, 2023 · In today's episode we step onboard one of Transport for Wales's new Class 756 tri-mode trains built by Stadler, on display at Rail Live 23.
Introducing our new trains: frequently asked questions
Jun 3, 2024 · For the Core Valley Lines, we’re currently undertaking testing of our Class 756 tri-mode trains. Once the transition is complete, these will be permanently based on services to Rhymney, Coryton, Penarth, Barry Island, …
Driver training progresses on Welsh tri-mode trains - RailAdvent
Oct 18, 2024 · The Stadler-built Class 756 Tri-mode trains are becoming increasingly visible on the South Wales network as drivers undergo final training sessions. Driver training on these …
Driver training progressing well for the introduction of new trains
Oct 15, 2024 · The Class 756 trains, built by Stadler, are now regularly being seen on the network in South Wales as drivers complete their final training ahead of their introduction into …
WATCH: Milestone reached for electric trains in South …
Apr 8, 2024 · Class 756 train on test // Credit: Transport for Wales. A small crew has completed a test run of electric trains on the line north of Cardiff and marks the first electric trains to run to Pontypridd in daylight hours. This is a …
Daytime testing begins for Core Valley Line’s Class 756
May 7, 2024 · The 24-strong Tf W Class 756 trains are capable of operating either on overhead electrification, on battery power, or as a diesel and battery hybrid train. All of the trains, which were built by Stadler, have now been …
