Yes, that was the reason given, but the village is far more notable for its role in the history of Wales and the Kingdom of Deheubarth in particular, as well as being the setting for one of the several 'Lady of the Lake' myths, such as that enshrined in Arthurian legend by Thomas Mallory. So for me it's a good name for a Welsh train anyway.
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TfW class 398 Stadler Citylink tram trains
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I heard another (I am fairly sure non enthusiast) passenger commenting to the guard today on how nice the new trains were.
They are a bit basic but overall they seem to be going down fairly well.
Anyway another day with all three diagrams run with 398s, though it looks from Realtimetrains as if there was a failure leading to some cancellations in the afternoon.
They are a bit basic but overall they seem to be going down fairly well.
Anyway another day with all three diagrams run with 398s, though it looks from Realtimetrains as if there was a failure leading to some cancellations in the afternoon.
Markdvdman
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398019 is on Merthyr platform currently. Only thing I am noticing is at peak times, they are interfering with timetabled services IF the timetabled service is slightly delayed. However, they have no choice really have to be tested and training needs going on
chargesmith
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Looks like 3 out today again, 029, 030 and 031, which will satisfy those who like consecutive numbers!
Doesn't look like anything is due out in service tomorrow now so presumably the plan has changed again, or I misread it initially.
Doesn't look like anything is due out in service tomorrow now so presumably the plan has changed again, or I misread it initially.
Peter Sarf
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What a stunning photo! And it really shows how perfect the colours are in this setting.
Thank you. Unfortunately the sun had just gone in, otherwise there would have been a rather nice reflection from the river.
StripeyNick
Member
Cracking shot. I keep meaning to get up there one morning for a shot. I've got no excuse now more are out
BillStampy
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Subject to change but we could see a Class 398 on the TAM in only a few weeks time!
Peter Sarf
Established Member
Well spotted. Fingers crossed.
How soon before another 398 gets passed for passenger service ?.
(last new entrant I have is 18/08/2026 (last Wednesday).
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I have added a new list at the bottom of my dates in service post with units listed in order of date into service plus some milestones.
(also corrected the month for 398031)
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chargesmith
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If this happens the service will need to be in multiple in my opinion to match the capacity of the 4 car FLIRTs, have we had any indication from reliable sources that they've resolved the running in multiple issue?
They do.
Prior to Covid many services were 4 coach. I believe passenger numbers are broadly back to similar levels again now.
chargesmith
Member
They do sometimes send a 150 or a 3 car FLIRT up, so compared to those it wouldn't be that bad, but I really hope they are able to double up.
Back to the days of everybody heading to the front unit to avoid paying their fares!
TT-ONR-NRN
Veteran Member
Many of those 4 coach services did use very short Pacers though.
True. I'm sure someone here knows how the capacity of a 4 car Pacer compares to a single 398 but it isn't me.
Certainly two 150s together was a rare sight.
TT-ONR-NRN
Veteran Member
122 seats on a 143, 126 seats in a 398, so pretty much the same.
StripeyNick
Member
Nothing to add here other than what a superb list!
WelshBluebird
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Does looks like they are starting to slowly talk about the rollout in public. Just seen the a small peice with the local Rhondda MP talking to someone from TfW at Treorchy, showing the new toilet facilities there and saying we'll be seeing the 398s on the Rhondda line soon. No idea what soon is, and it was a fluff peice with the MP, so normally I wouldnt think much of it, but that is more press than theyve done about anything for the 398s recently!
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TT-ONR-NRN
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I really like the 398s, and have to say, returning to Cardiff for a bit of work after leaving uni there in 2024, using the Valleys line services is a lot more pleasant now.
(Image shows a 398 and two 756s lined up at Cardiff Queen St)
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Snow1964
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Image is Cardiff Queen Street, (not Central)
TT-ONR-NRN
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Yes duh. Stupid me.
tfw756rider
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Nice line up of 398028 Myddfai, 756110 and an unidentified 756 at Cardiff Queen Street
