Wither the Class 442..?
Regarded by many as the finest Electric Multiple Unit trans currently in operation, enthusiasts will mourn the demise of the Class 442 "Wessex Electric" units, operated by SouthWest Trains between London Waterloo and Weymouth.
Introduced in 1987 but fitted with the redoutable EE507 traction motors from the 4-REP units, the units are undergoing refurbishment but are destined for storage, as they have been deemed "non-standard"....
All is not lost. Other Train operators are eyeing the 442 fleet for their own uses, with Southern taking an interest for a high-quality Victoria-Brighton service - who knows, this may become a reality....
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I've been informed, quite correctly that the Traction Motors for the 442s are the EE546 type - considerably beefier than the 507s....
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