Stone Faiveley AMBR Pantograph
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The Stone Faiveley AMBR pantograph is one of the four standard pantographs
in use on British railway locomotives and multiple units.
The Stone Faiveley pantograph is commonly associated with older locomotives and EMUs, with its maximum operating speed of up to 160 km/h (100 mph).
Pantograph (rail)
A pantograph for rail lines is a hinged electric-rod device that collects electric current from overhead lines for electric trains or trams. The pantograph typically connects to a one-wire line, with the track acting as the ground wire...
in use on British railway locomotives and multiple units.
The Stone Faiveley pantograph is commonly associated with older locomotives and EMUs, with its maximum operating speed of up to 160 km/h (100 mph).
Video clips
- Youtube clip of Stone Faiveley AMBR pantograph being raised at Farringdon on a Class 319
- Youtube clip of pantograph being lowered on Class 319 at Farringdon
