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British Rail Class 142

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British Rail Class 142 Pacer
Constructed1985–1987 [1]
Number built96
Number in service0
Number scrapped60
Specifications
Articulated sectionsFlexible diaphragm within unit only
142086 at Colne on 28 December 2005 forming a Northern Rail service to Blackpool South
Distinctive roof of Class 142 at Leeds. 1 July 2006

The British Rail Class 142 was a type of Pacer diesel multiple units used in the United Kingdom. 96 units were built by BREL in Derby between 1985 and 1987. They were a development of the earlier Class 141 which were introduced in 1984.

References

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  1. "RailBritain - Class 142".[permanent dead link]