On Jan 2, 2:32*pm, Robert Cox wrote:
On 2011-01-01 20:25:29 +0000, D1039 said:



Patrick

[1] Assuming through trains still? I believe it's in the RUS
[2] Possibly involving attachment of the electric portion at Bristol
to the bi-mode half-set

But that sort of journey is not the target market for Crossrail. It is
a big city Metro-type operation. Think LUL's Central Line on steroids.

Exactly: High Capacity, lots of standing room, several sets of wide
doors, keen acceleration. Crossrail will have as much in common with
an Intercity operation as fast food with a gourmet meal.