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Last Updated Sunday 2nd November 2008

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PHOTO REPORT: DLR 105 & 106 ENTER SERVICE
Docklands Light Railway – Sunday 2nd November 2008

As reported a few weeks ago new DLR units 105 and 106 have entered service, currently running as a pair until the completion of the infrastructure works to enable three train operation. As well as these two units 107, 112, 113 and 114 were visible at Beckton Depot.


105 leads 106 round the Delta Junction.


The pair depart Gallions Reach.


105 and 106 head for Lewisham at West India Quay.


This time 106 is at the front as the pair depart Gallions Reach.


A close up view of the side of the new units.
All Photos: Chris Suggitt

Source: Chris Suggitt



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