Class 395 'Javelin' Profile and Models
395023 at Dover Priory in August 2020. ©Superalbs
The Class 395 is a dual-voltage EMU, designed to run at high speeds of up to 140mph on the HS1 route and up to 100mph on conventional tracks on the Southeastern network. The 6-car sets were introduced as part of the bit for the 2012 Olympics and earned the “Olympic Javelin Shuttle” moniker, with “Javelin” sticking as a nickname. The units are based on Hitachi’s “A-Train” design and led the way for future A-Train style units such as the Class 800 IEP. |
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Type of Unit |
Dual-Voltage Electric Multiple Unit |
Builder |
Hitachi - Kasado Factory, Japan |
Build Dates |
2007 - 2009 |
Total Sets Built |
29 |
Top Speed |
100 - 140mph (in service), 157mph (record) |
Capacity |
340 seats + 12 tip up |
Operators |
Southeastern |
Main Duties |
Express Passenger |
In Service Until |
Present |
Surviving Examples |
29 |
OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)