Model; scale model of Space train concept design for tube train, C.K.P. Plastics Ltd, 1996 - 1999

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Reference number	2000/10222
Description	"Space Train" was a concept design to maximise car body size and thus passenger accommodation in trains using existing tube tunnels. It was also driven by the desire to improve access to trains by reducing the floor level and the investigation of overhead current collection. The project was led by the then LUL Chief Engineer - Rolling Stock Mr. John Vint
Manufacturer	C.K.P. Plastics Ltd
Dates	1996 - 1999
Collection	Models
Object type	Model
Location	Acton Depot
Topics	Tube
Completeness	75% 75% ?

• Physical description

  Dimensions

  Attribute	Value
  Height	106mm
  Length	1538mm
  Width	70mm

  Colour

  Attribute	Value
  Colour	Red Blue White Black

  Design

  Attribute	Value
  Material	plastic

• People involved

  Role	Person(s) involved
  Manufacturer	C.K.P. Plastics Ltd, 1996 - 1999
  Commissioner	LUL,

• Associated companies, people and places

  Company

  Attribute	Value
  Company	LUL,
  Line	Jubilee line,

  People

  Attribute	Value
  People	Mr. John Vint - 1999