THREE BOGIES TO CARRY APT

The running gear for the three revenue-service prototype Advanced Passenger Trains for British Rail differs somewhat from the original design. The truck design and arrangement to achieve maximum carbody cross-section within the restricted BR clearances are described. The current design does not have articulated cars but does feature two-axle trucks with long wheelbase. Arrangements to maximize passenger comfort are discussed.

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  IPC Transport Press, Limited

  Dorset House, Stamford Street
  London SE1 9LU,   England 
• Publication Date: 1977-2

Media Info

• Features: Figures;
• Pagination: 2 p.
• Serial:
  • Railway Gazette International
  • Volume: 133
  • Issue Number: N2
  • Publisher: DVV Media Group
  • ISSN: 0373-5346
  • Serial URL: http://www.railwaygazette.com/about-us.html

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Air springs; High speed rail; Multiple unit trains; Passenger cars; Trucks; Vehicle design
• Old TRIS Terms: Advanced passenger trains; Passenger car design
• Subject Areas: Design; Motor Carriers; Railroads;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00149455
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: Railway Gazette International
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Apr 27 1977 12:00AM