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Stadler will also supply 35 Flirt multiple-units. Of these, 11 will be diesel multiple-units for use on services to Maesteg, Ebbw Vale and Cheltenham. There will also be seven three-car and 17 four-car tri-mode units capable of running on diesel, 25 kV 50 Hz overhead electric and battery power. These are scheduled to enter service on cross-Cardiff routes from 2023, using diesel power on the Vale of Glamorgan, Barry and Penarth routes south of the city and electric power to Rhymney and Coryton lines to the north. The use of battery power will avoid the need for costly modifications to 55 bridges along the routes, particularly north of Caerphilly. Rwy Gazette 15.08.18 |
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