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British Rail Class 222

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British Rail Class 222
Meridian
East Midlands Trains five-car 222017 at Derby
Constructed2002–2004
Number in service26 trainsets
Specifications
Car length23.85 m (78 ft 3 in) end cars
22.82 m (74 ft 10 in) other
Braking system(s)Rheostatic
Coupling systemDellner

The British Rail Class 222 is a diesel-electric multiple unit high-speed train capable of 125 mph (200 km/h). Twenty-seven units have been built by Bombardier Transportation. These demu's are currently operated by East Midland Railway.