(22 Jun 2022, 5:48 pm)L469 YVK wrote Total number of repaints would be:That B5TL and MMC swap will never happen. Both Euro 6 so wont need swapping
E400MMC:
- 9x partial from XLines Dark Green to Blue (for X21)
B5TL:
- 7x partial from XLines Blue to Dark Green (for X70/X71/X72)
StreetDeck:
- 1x partial from XLines Light Green to Black (6361)
- 2x partial from XLines Light Green to Red (6362-63)
Would be pointless keeping the E400MMCs at Consett 'just for the sake of it' if there's no need for them to be used on any interworking patterns like now. They're more than capable machines as proven by GNE's own use on the X10 as well as Arriva's extensive use on long distance work (although classic versions up to now).
And I'm sure despite the repaint argument costs (and there'll likely be other repaints needed too), the drivers kicking off about the amount spent on paint will be happy to have a stable set of vehicles that can comfortably do the job required and not leave them stranded waiting for recovery.
RE: Go North East: Major Service Changes July 2022