RealTrains07
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If the remaining BREL stock is replaced too soon before it reaches end of life its just gonna bring the order gap forward even quickerAn obvious candidate for Derby is Class 465 replacement or refurbishment. They're over 30 years old and very tired. Even if the MetCams are to go there's still around 100 BREL 4-cars remaining. Over 30 years old. Either refurb to extend to 40+ years or replace with new stock.
465s also have at least 8-9 years left in theory so they are getting close to end of life but replacement needs to be done at the right time if manufacturing jobs are gonna last