British Rail Class 398


The Class 398 Citylink is a class of tram-trains which will be built for Transport for Wales by Swiss rolling stock manufacturer Stadler Rail.
A total of 36 three-car units are to be built.

History

The current Wales & Borders rail franchise, operated by Keolis Amey, commenced on 14 October 2018. During the franchise period, the operator will oversee a full fleet replacement, with a batch of 36 brand new tram-trains set to join the fleet between 2022 and 2023.

Operators

Transport for Wales

When built, Transport for Wales' Class 398 units will operate services on the Valley Lines.

Fleet details