Fleet
On the electrified route (Birmingham to Liverpool) Class 350 Desiro units were used. On the other, non- electrified routes, Class 170 Turbostar units and Class 158 Express Sprinter units were used. All these units were used in conjunction with Central Trains other services.
| Class | Image | Type | Top speed | Number | Routes operated | Built | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mph | km/h | ||||||
| Class 170 Turbostar | diesel multiple unit | 100 | 160 | 53 | The non-electrified routes (2-4) | 1999 | |
| Class 158 Express Sprinter | diesel multiple unit | 90 | 145 | 21 | The non-electrified routes (2-4) | 1989–1992 | |
| Class 350 Desiro | electric multiple units | 100 | 160 | 30 | The electrified route (1) | 2004–2005 | |
| Preceded by Regional Railways |
Part of Central franchise 1997 - 2007 |
Succeeded by CrossCountry |
| Succeeded by London Midland |
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| Succeeded by East Midlands Trains |
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