BR 3409 Mk 2f Open First: later Gatwick Express Class 488/2 built 1973

BR 3409 Mk 2f Open First: later Gatwick Express Class 488/2 built 1973

BR 3409 Mk 2f Open First: later Gatwick Express Class 488/2 built 1973
BR 3409 Mk 2f Open First: later Gatwick Express Class 488/2 built 1973

 

Present Location EXPORTED
Designed For BR
Build Location Derby
Built by BR
Diagram number AJ204
Lot number 30859
Type FO
First Number 3409
Later Numbers 72508
Present Number 72508
Gauge 4ft 8 1/2in
Wheel Arrangement 4-w bogies
Original Underframe Yes
Original Bogies/Wheelsets Yes
Additional Notes Converted BR Derby 1983: with 6039/72644 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 and still in commercial use there 09/24.
Rarity Many
Historical Importance no Immediate Importance/Not Applicable
Storage Secure Open
Operating Yes
Photo Date 12/04/2019
Photo by Peter Wreford
At Risk No
Date Record Last Updated 16/10/2024


 

  













 

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