Class 158 Overview - The Express Sprinter

The Class 158 is a feat of engineering. Constructed during the era of British Rail, it continued to operate throughout the privatisation of the railways and still serves passengers up and down the country today. Join me for this brief overview of the Class 158 Express Sprinter.

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The majority of the Super Sprinter fleet still in service today is formed of 2-car units, though some TOCs, such as GWR, do operate a handful of 3-car units for added capacity. The trains have a maximum speed of 90 miles per hour, and can accelerate at a maximum of 0.8 metres per second squared.

On board is a 2+2 seating arrangement with a mix of airline-style and table seats. There is space for two bicycles on board, too. Dotted throughout the carriages are digital PIS (passenger information system) displays with general journey information.

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Music:
Nozza - I'm a Lover Boy

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