Hi guys,
One particular train i'd love to see in TpF is the "Pennine" Class 185. The Class 185 is a Diesel Multiple Unit found operating in Northern England and Scotland. The trains are currently operated by First Transpennine Express, and are used on interurban services connecting the North of England. They are high capacity units which boast excellent acceleration (750hp per carriage... that's 2250hp for a 3 car train!!!) and can reach a top speed of 100mph.
Isn't that a pretty picture? Here is 185 149 passing Deansgate (Manchester) on a Manchester Airport service.
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Facts about the 185:
- The trains have 154 standard class seats, and 15 first class seats. They have a large amount of standing space also.
- They entered service in March 2006.
- Train Length: 71.276 m (233.85 ft)
- Carriage Length: 23.763 m (77.96 ft)
- Width: 2.673 m (8 ft 9.2 in)
- Height: 3.710 m (12.17 ft)
- Weight: 168.5 t (165.8 long tons; 185.7 short tons) (empty)
Class 185 Datasheet *CLICK*
As if those were not enough details for you to chew on, I also have some pictures of a virtual Class 185 which can be used to assist modellers.
I myself have no modelling experience. However I am very good when it comes to textures, obtaining sound clips, technical data etc etc etc. If somebody can help me with the model/animation, then I can assist with other bits and pieces.
I thank you for taking the time to read my request and hope we may work together to bring the Class 185 into Transport Fever reality.
Joe
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Edit by Merk: Replaced images with links.