Class 195 (Civity) spotting guide
The Class 195 Civity is the modern face of Northern's diesel fleet, bringing new trains to regional routes across the North of England. Clean-lined and comfortable, it replaced ageing 'Pacer' and Sprinter units on many lines.
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The Class 195 Civity is a two- or three-car diesel multiple unit built by CAF between 2018 and 2020 for Northern.
About the Class 195 (Civity)
The Class 195 Civity is a two- or three-car diesel multiple unit built by CAF between 2018 and 2020 for Northern. It replaced older units on regional routes across the North of England.
History
Introduced from 2019, the Class 195 was part of Northern's fleet renewal that finally retired the last 'Pacer' units. It now works regional services from hubs including Manchester, Leeds and Chester.
How to identify it
Look for a modern diesel unit with a rounded, low-set cab and a yellow front, in Northern's blue and white livery. Running numbers are in the 195xxx series, and a 'CAF' maker's badge sits near the cab.
Fleet numbers
Numbered from 195001, operated by Northern across the North of England.
Operators
Typical workings
- Regional services across the North of England
- Routes radiating from Manchester, Leeds and Chester
Where to see the Class 195 (Civity)
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