BR 6039 Mk 2f: later Gatwick Express Class 488/3 built 1973

BR 6039 Mk 2f: later Gatwick Express Class 488/3 built 1973

 

Present Location EXPORTED
Designed For BR
Build Location Derby
Built by BR
Diagram number 109
Lot number 30860
Type TSO
First Number 6039
Later Numbers 72644
Present Number 72644
Gauge 4ft 8 1/2in
Wheel Arrangement 4-w bogies
Original Underframe Yes
Original Bogies/Wheelsets Yes
Additional Notes Converted BR Derby 1983: with 3409/72508 formed Gatwick Express Class 488/2 2-car trailer Unit 8209: into store at March early 2005 for intended March-Wisbech "Bramleyline". By 07/08: exported to New Zealand; still in commercial use there 09/24.
Rarity Many
Historical Importance no Immediate Importance/Not Applicable
Storage Secure Open
Operating Yes
At Risk No
Date Record Last Updated 06/10/2024


 

  





 
 

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