East Midlands 158 First Class

[_toommm_]

Just been on an EM Class 158, which had an area which was first class spec, albeit marked as Standard.

Do EM plan to include first class on these units, or is this just a trial?

 

[cactustwirly]

Just been on an EM Class 158, which had an area which was first class spec, albeit marked as Standard.

Do EM plan to include first class on these units, or is this just a trial?

No it's 158889, which was formerly with SWT, hence the first class area..

 

[_toommm_]

No it's 158889, which was formerly with SWT, hence the first class area..

That explains that! Is it a long term loan or a permanent transfer?

 

[cactustwirly]

That explains that! Is it a long term loan or a permanent transfer?

Permanent transfer

 

[jamesontheroad]

158889 also has the SWT style seats in standard class, which are shallower, more cushioned and have less steeply angled backs than those on the EMT fleet. I actually find them less comfortable than the EMT seats, but it's nice for a change once in a while.

 

[61653 HTAFC]

Note to self, remember the number 158889 as I have a feeling I had it the other week on a Robin Hood line service but didn't click and get down the other end for the freebie first!

 

[Bletchleyite]

158889 also has the SWT style seats in standard class, which are shallower, more cushioned and have less steeply angled backs than those on the EMT fleet. I actually find them less comfortable than the EMT seats, but it's nice for a change once in a while.

Original seats, I think. Comfortable but very tight on legroom - if you're tall, you'll only be happy in a table bay *and* with nobody opposite.