GA shows off Aventra mock-up

摘要

GREATER ANGLIA has unveiled a mock-up of its new Class 720 Aventra EMU, to be built by Bombardier for its suburban routes. GA has ordered 89x5-car Class 720/5 and 22x10-car Class 720/1 units, financed by AngelTrains.They will run on both the operator's East and West Anglia routes, with all 111 trains introduced during 2019 and 2020. The new trains will offer air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, plug and USB sockets and passenger information systems. The seating will be in a 3+2 configuration and will be cantilevered to the body sides to create a clear floor space underneath. Each five-car unit will be 122m long and will have 544 seats, with 1,146 seats on a 243m-long 10-car unit, meaning the number of seats will increase compared to the equivalent length of train today. Through gangways will be provided, and while the original intention was that the Aventra fleet would be standard class only, GA is still considering the option of providing first class accommodation.