Specifications - Northern Ireland Railways Revitalisation, United Kingdom

Key Data
Population	1.74 million (est. 2006)
Authority	Northern Ireland Transport Holding Company (NITHC)
Transport Operator	Translink/Northern Ireland Railways
Gauge	1,600mm
Lines	Six routes (with track sharing)
Passenger Journeys (2005-6)	8.5 million
Routes	330km (205 miles) approx.
Class 3000 DMU
Builder	CAF, Spain
Delivered	2004–2005
Number	23
Formation	Three-car, each with power bogie
Max. Speed	145km/h (90mph)
Power	Diesel (traction: 338kW)
Seats	200
Special Features
	Public sector operation differs from rest of UK rail
	Previously threatened system receiving new investment
	Partner organisations operate city and long distance bus services
	Services passenger-only
	Fleet re-equipment programme
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