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    LO Class 172?

    This is correct, I have witnessed the testing but since were told under no uncertain terms should I release the information (that said acceleration wise the units are okay and the issue is with EU legislation on emissions). It really is a shame as the 172 is such a capable unit and many drivers...
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    LO Class 172?

    Each unit is not identical, the fasted attained is just under 5 mins the latest test was 5:19, I thought it might be obvious, do I need to post OTMR data traces, Iam trying to contribute upfront knowlege attained from direct contact with the units from all phases of the process from build to...
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    LO Class 172?

    Sorry for the bad grammar it was my intention to make a statement, but the rumors of exhaust gas and lack of speed are untrue I also stated a 0-100 time of sub 4 mins it is actually sub 5 - 5:19. Currently 172004, 172005 and 172006 are at Willesden with no delivery confirmed for the next units...
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    Class 172 Production Progress

    Driver training (weekdays) - 12:03 depart willesden, run to barking - gospel oak - barking - willesden Mileage accumulation (weekdays) - 00:13 depart willesden run Bletchley - Euston - Blechley - Euston - Willesden Enjoy
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    LO Class 172?

    That is the most ridiculous rumor I have ever heard, and I can say categorically that its untrue. :lol: --- old post above --- --- new post below --- That has never been a problem, they reach 100 mph easily, the criteria is 6 mins but they are getting sub 4 from a standstill from Watford.

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