Electric Multiple Unit
EMU
Hitachi Rail Europe constructed one of the EMU which The Class 385 electric multiple unit (EMU) trains for use on the Edinburgh-Glasgow and Stirling-Alloa-Dunblane routes in the United Kingdom. It began its services at last quarter of 2017 with maximum speed 161km/h. Standard gauge are being used on the railway track which is 1,435mm gauge line. The train are run by electricity and feature many carriages. A three-car Class 385 train set will seat 190 people in ordinary class, while a four-car set would seat 20 passengers in first class and 237 passengers in standard class.
Class 385 Electric Multiple Unit (EMU)
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DMU
Diesel Multiple Units
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These are trains with many carriages that are powered by diesel engines. They are used on certain branch lines in Scotland as well as some main lines in the Highlands and Islands. Diesel multiple units and railcars are trains that do not require a locomotive and generally carry passengers.
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HSTs
High Speed Trains
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These are trains that are capable of traveling at speeds of up to 125 mph. They are used on the East Coast Main Line between London and Edinburgh. The HSTs are being extensively reconditioned before being used by ScotRail, as well as modified to satisfy disability criteria. Basically, the HSTs will operate more direct trains. The complete HST launch is scheduled for May 2019, as all 26 sets are available.
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Watch video to see more about one of HST used in Scotland
Freight Train
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These are trains that are used to transport goods. They are typically longer and heavier than passenger trains, and they can travel at speeds of up to 75 mph. During the coronavirus epidemic, more than 14,000 tonnes of items, including food and medicine, are transported over Scotland's rail network every day. Because Scotland doesn't have deep-sea ports, it relies on cross-border freight services to keep its stores, pharmacies, and hospitals filled, as well as warehouses stocked for online shopping. In a typical week, up to 147 freight train are being used in Scotland in freight movements.
Heritage Train
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These are trains that are used for leisure purposes. They are typically operated by volunteer organizations and are used to give passengers a taste of railway travel in the past. These types of train are being used to view the Scotland's landscapes which are harsh and majestic. A Scottish train tour allowed to visit several places while enjoying the shifting scenery.
Scotland also includes a number of minor railroads and tramways in addition to these types of tracks. These are mostly used for local transport and are not connected to the national rail network.
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