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{{Short description|Prototype 25 kV AC electric locomotive}} |
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{{distinguish|NIR Class 80}} |
{{distinguish|NIR Class 80}} |
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{{Infobox Locomotive |
{{Infobox Locomotive |
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|name = British Rail Class 80 |
|name = British Rail Class 80 |
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|powertype = Electric |
|powertype = Electric |
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|image = E2001 Ex18100 Parked at Akeman Street as a Weather Station.jpg |
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|caption = |
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|fleetnumbers = E1000; E2001 from 1959 |
|fleetnumbers = E1000; E2001 from 1959 |
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|builder = [[Metropolitan-Vickers]] |
|builder = [[Metropolitan-Vickers]] |
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|builddate = 1951; rebuilt 1958 |
|builddate = 1951; rebuilt 1958 |
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|gauge = {{ |
|gauge = {{track gauge|uksg|allk=on}} |
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|electricsystem = 25 [[volt|kV]] [[Alternating current|AC]] [[Overhead line|Catenary]] |
|electricsystem = 25 [[volt|kV]] [[Alternating current|AC]] [[Overhead line|Catenary]] |
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|collectionmethod = [[Stone Faiveley AMBR Pantograph|Stone-Faiveley ‘V’-type]] [[pantograph (rail)|pantograph]], 1 off<br>[[Mercury-arc valve|Mercury-arc rectifiers]] |
|collectionmethod = [[Stone Faiveley AMBR Pantograph|Stone-Faiveley ‘V’-type]] [[pantograph (rail)|pantograph]], 1 off<br>[[Mercury-arc valve|Mercury-arc rectifiers]] |
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|tractionmotors = [[Metropolitan-Vickers]], 4 off |
|tractionmotors = [[Metropolitan-Vickers]], 4 off |
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|Britishclass = A1A-A1A |
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|uicclass = (A1A) |
|uicclass = (A1A)′(A1A)′ |
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|wheeldiameter = {{convert|3|ft|8|in|m| |
|wheeldiameter = {{convert|3|ft|8|in|m|3|abbr=on}} |
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|minimumcurve = |
|minimumcurve = |
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|trainbrakes = [[Vacuum brake|Vacuum]] |
|trainbrakes = [[Vacuum brake|Vacuum]] |
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|operator = [[British Rail]] |
|operator = [[British Rail]] |
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|retiredate = April 1968 |
|retiredate = April 1968 |
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|disposition = Scrapped |
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|disposition = Sold for scrap to [[John Cashmore Ltd|J Cashmore]], Great Bridge, 1973 |
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'''Class 80''' |
'''Class 80'''<ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.therailwaycentre.com/Resource_data/All%20Time%20class%20Loco.pdf| archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120916121546/http://www.therailwaycentre.com/Resource_data/All%20Time%20class%20Loco.pdf| archive-date=16 September 2012| title=The all-time guide to the UK Traction Classification System - Part 2: Locomotives| date=2 May 2006| url-status=usurped| website=The Railway Centre}}</ref> was the [[TOPS]] classification allocated by [[British Rail]] to the prototype [[25 kV AC]] [[electric locomotive]]. This locomotive was built by [[Metropolitan-Vickers]], initially as a prototype [[gas turbine-electric locomotive]], numbered [[British Rail 18100|18100]]. British Rail allocated the number '''E1000''' (and later '''E2001''')<ref name=MarsdenFenn59>{{harvnb|Marsden|Fenn|2001|p=59}}</ref> to the locomotive following its conversion from gas turbine propulsion. |
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==Conversion== |
==Conversion== |
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Its new electric propulsion meant it was rated at {{convert|2500|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, giving a maximum speed of {{convert|90|mph|km/h|0|abbr=on}} and weighing {{convert|109|LT|t ST|1|lk=on}. In addition, it was also converted from [[Co-Co locomotives|Co-Co]] to [[A1A-A1A]] [[UIC classification|wheel arrangement]] when the centre [[traction motor]] from each bogie was removed. The new traction motor rating (with four motors) was about the same as the original rating (with six motors). This suggests that new traction motors were fitted. |
Its new electric propulsion meant it was rated at {{convert|2500|hp|kW|abbr=on}}, giving a maximum speed of {{convert|90|mph|km/h|0|abbr=on}} and weighing {{convert|109|LT|t ST|1|lk=on}}. In addition, it was also converted from [[Co-Co locomotives|Co-Co]] to [[A1A-A1A]] [[UIC classification|wheel arrangement]] when the centre [[traction motor]] from each bogie was removed. The new traction motor rating (with four motors) was about the same as the original rating (with six motors). This suggests that new traction motors were fitted. |
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The conversion of the locomotive began in January 1958 when the locomotive was moved from storage at [[Dukinfield Works]] to the [[Bowesfield Works]] at [[Stockton-on-Tees]]. The work involved the removal of the [[gas turbine]] unit, [[Electrical generator|main generator]], fuel tank, air filters, the centre traction motor from each bogie and all of the ancillary equipment used for the gas turbine unit. |
The conversion of the locomotive began in January 1958 when the locomotive was moved from storage at [[Dukinfield Works]] to the [[Bowesfield Works]] at [[Stockton-on-Tees]].<ref name=MarsdenFenn59 /> The work involved the removal of the [[gas turbine]] unit, [[Electrical generator|main generator]], fuel tank, air filters, the centre traction motor from each bogie and all of the ancillary equipment used for the gas turbine unit. |
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Once the locomotive had been stripped, the new electrical equipment was installed which included the [[transformer]], the Stone-Faiveley [[pantograph (rail)| |
Once the locomotive had been stripped, the new electrical equipment was installed which included the [[transformer]], the Stone-Faiveley [[pantograph (rail)|pantograph]] (for which a section of the roof had to be lowered), a [[Brown Boveri Company|Brown Boveri]] air blast [[circuit breaker]] and the Hackbridge-Hewittic [[mercury arc rectifier]] units. |
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The cabs of the locomotive were converted from [[Western Region of British Railways|Western Region]] right-hand drive to the standard British Rail left-hand drive arrangement. The rebuilt locomotive was completed and ready for trials in October 1958. |
The cabs of the locomotive were converted from [[Western Region of British Railways|Western Region]] right-hand drive to the standard British Rail left-hand drive arrangement. The rebuilt locomotive was completed and ready for trials in October 1958. It retained its original BR black livery, with a silver stripe around the middle of the body and silver numbers. |
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==Usage== |
==Usage== |
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==Withdrawal== |
==Withdrawal== |
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[[File:Converted gas turbine loco..jpg|thumb|When this photo was taken in 1969 the class 80 was stored on the disused [[Great Central Railway#The "London Extension"|Great Central]] near [[Akeman Street railway station]].]] |
[[File:Converted gas turbine loco..jpg|thumb|When this photo was taken in 1969 the class 80 was stored on the disused [[Great Central Railway#The "London Extension"|Great Central]] near [[Akeman Street railway station]].]] |
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Once the production locomotives ([[British Rail Class 81|Class 81]] onwards) were in service, E2001 was no longer required. It was put into store at the end of 1961, and lasted for over ten years at various locations. It was officially withdrawn in April 1968 and scrapped in November 1972 at [[John Cashmore Ltd|J Cashmore]] in Great Bridge. |
Once the production locomotives ([[British Rail Class 81|Class 81]] onwards) were in service, E2001 was no longer required. It was put into store at the end of 1961, and lasted for over ten years at various locations. It was officially withdrawn in April 1968 and scrapped in November 1972 at [[John Cashmore Ltd|J Cashmore]]<ref name=MarsdenFenn59 /> in Great Bridge. |
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== Models == |
== Models == |
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E1000/E2001 is being made as a kit and a ready-to-run model in OO gauge by Silver Fox Models.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://silverfoxmodels.co.uk/ |
E1000/E2001 is being made as a kit and a ready-to-run model in OO gauge by Silver Fox Models.<ref>{{cite web|title=E1000 / E2001 A1A-A1A Metropolitan Vickers|url=http://silverfoxmodels.co.uk/e1000-e2001-a1a-a1a-metropolitan-vickers/|url-status=live|access-date=17 November 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130730123714/http://silverfoxmodels.co.uk/e1000-e2001-a1a-a1a-metropolitan-vickers/ |archive-date=30 July 2013 }}</ref> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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==Sources== |
===Sources=== |
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* {{cite book |last=Duffy |first=Michael C. |title=Electric railways, 1880-1990 |date=2003 |publisher=The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) |location=Stevenage, England |isbn=978-0-85296-805-5 |url=https://www.theiet.org/resources/books/history/19323.cfm}} |
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*{{cite book|title=British Rail Main Line Electric Locomotives|first1=Colin J.|last1=Marsden|first2=Graham B.|last2=Fenn|publisher=Oxford Publishing Co.|year=2001|edition=2nd|isbn=9780860935599|oclc=48532553}} |
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* {{cite book |title=The Power of the AC Electrics |first=Brian |last=Morrison |publisher=OPC Railprint |date=1988 |isbn=978-0860932468 }} |
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==External links== |
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* Electric Railways 1880-1990 by Michael C. Duffy (ISBN 0852968051) |
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* The Power of the AC Electrics by Brian Morrison (ISBN 086093246X) |
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Class 80[1] was the TOPS classification allocated by British Rail to the prototype 25 kV AC electric locomotive. This locomotive was built by Metropolitan-Vickers, initially as a prototype gas turbine-electric locomotive, numbered 18100. British Rail allocated the number E1000 (and later E2001)[2] to the locomotive following its conversion from gas turbine propulsion.
Conversion
[edit]Its new electric propulsion meant it was rated at 2,500 hp (1,900 kW), giving a maximum speed of 90 mph (145 km/h) and weighing 109 long tons (110.7 t; 122.1 short tons). In addition, it was also converted from Co-Co to A1A-A1A wheel arrangement when the centre traction motor from each bogie was removed. The new traction motor rating (with four motors) was about the same as the original rating (with six motors). This suggests that new traction motors were fitted.
The conversion of the locomotive began in January 1958 when the locomotive was moved from storage at Dukinfield Works to the Bowesfield Works at Stockton-on-Tees.[2] The work involved the removal of the gas turbine unit, main generator, fuel tank, air filters, the centre traction motor from each bogie and all of the ancillary equipment used for the gas turbine unit.
Once the locomotive had been stripped, the new electrical equipment was installed which included the transformer, the Stone-Faiveley pantograph (for which a section of the roof had to be lowered), a Brown Boveri air blast circuit breaker and the Hackbridge-Hewittic mercury arc rectifier units.
The cabs of the locomotive were converted from Western Region right-hand drive to the standard British Rail left-hand drive arrangement. The rebuilt locomotive was completed and ready for trials in October 1958. It retained its original BR black livery, with a silver stripe around the middle of the body and silver numbers.
Usage
[edit]The locomotive was used to prepare the ground for the 25 kV AC electrification being installed on the West Coast Main Line, including the testing of overhead line equipment and staff training.
Withdrawal
[edit]![](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2e/Converted_gas_turbine_loco..jpg/220px-Converted_gas_turbine_loco..jpg)
Once the production locomotives (Class 81 onwards) were in service, E2001 was no longer required. It was put into store at the end of 1961, and lasted for over ten years at various locations. It was officially withdrawn in April 1968 and scrapped in November 1972 at J Cashmore[2] in Great Bridge.
Models
[edit]E1000/E2001 is being made as a kit and a ready-to-run model in OO gauge by Silver Fox Models.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ "The all-time guide to the UK Traction Classification System - Part 2: Locomotives" (PDF). The Railway Centre. 2 May 2006. Archived from the original on 16 September 2012.
{{cite web}}
: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link) - ^ a b c Marsden & Fenn 2001, p. 59
- ^ "E1000 / E2001 A1A-A1A Metropolitan Vickers". Archived from the original on 30 July 2013. Retrieved 17 November 2012.
Sources
[edit]- Duffy, Michael C. (2003). Electric railways, 1880-1990. Stevenage, England: The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). ISBN 978-0-85296-805-5.
- Marsden, Colin J.; Fenn, Graham B. (2001). British Rail Main Line Electric Locomotives (2nd ed.). Oxford Publishing Co. ISBN 9780860935599. OCLC 48532553.
- Morrison, Brian (1988). The Power of the AC Electrics. OPC Railprint. ISBN 978-0860932468.
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