British Rail Class 781
| British Rail Class 781 | |
|---|---|
| Replaced | (Planned) |
| Number built |
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| Fleet numbers | TBA |
| Capacity |
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| Operator | Northern Trains |
| Specifications | |
| Train length |
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| Maximum speed | 100 mph (160 km/h) (Planned as of September 2025) |
| Axle load | Route Availability 3 (Planned as of 2025) |
| Electric system | 25 kV 50 Hz AC overhead |
| Current collection | Pantograph |
| Safety systems | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge |
The British Rail Class 781 is a planned fleet of four-car battery electric multiple unit (BEMU) trains to be built for Northern Trains.