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British Rail Class 307
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British Railways Class 307 train in plain blue livery and a BRUTE at London Liverpool Street station.
In service 1953 - 2000
Manufacturer BR Eastleigh Works
Refurbishment 1983 - 1984
Number built 32 Trainset
Formation 4 cars per trainset
Operator(s) British Rail
Specifications
Maximum speed 75mph 121km/h
Weight Total - 153 tons
Braking system(s) Air (Auto/EP)
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British Railways Class 307 train in plain blue livery on a working to Southend Victoria awaits its correct departure time at London Liverpool Street station. The frosted windows show the location of the toilets. The second carriage includes some first class seating.

The British Rail Class 307 electric multiple units were built by BR at Eastleigh Works from 1954-1956. They were initially classified as AM7 before the introduction of TOPS.


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