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This is a model of the BR Class 350/1 Desiro, the first version of the Class 350. The Class 350s all run on overhead power, but the Class 350/1 trains can run on overhead wires and and also a 3rd rail! This bi-mode capability was particularly useful when these trains were loaned to First Capital Connect, who needed 3rd rail exploitation!
This particular unit is BR Class 350 no. 350101, the first ever Desiro in Britain! Hence, it is fitting it wears the newest livery! The livery is the London Northwestern Railway livery (version 2), but is more affectionately called "The W". These trains are four carriages long, but typically run coupled in 8-car sets, with capability for 12-carriage operation!
This model, like all of my newer, higher-quality models, features elements from the real train, including:
- Front and rear-end gangways for interconnection
- First class segment on TSOLW (like the real train)
- Accurate SWR livery with 2025-correct logos
- Set numbering (350101)
- Air conditioner pods on roof
- Slot on PTSOL for pantograph like in real life
- Pantograph for PTSOL like in real life
This train has also had some improvements. These include:
- An improved headlight cluster, more accurate to the real train (these updates will be rolled out across all Desiro models)
- Improved interconnection
- More accurate front end, with improved front windows, and better set numbering
These updates were quietly introduced in the 360/2, when it was published. Did you notice?
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