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Hull Trains ‘Paragon’ bi-mode begin service - more to follow

HULL Trains began the operation of the first of its five Hitachi bi-mode Class 802 ‘Paragon’ sets on December 5.

The trains represent a £60million investment by the company.

Set No. 802301 worked the 10.33 Hull-King’s Cross and 13.48 return, running on diesel

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