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[email protected] · July 30th 09, 04:49 PM posted to uk.transport.london

In article ,
(Gavin Hamilton) wrote:

Was impressed by the quick door release on the 365 at Kings Cross -
unlike the usual long wait on a London Midland 321 or 350.

Or on a SWT Desiro.

One of the 365's best features. You can hold the Open button pressed as
the train rolls to a stand and it will open almost instantly after it
stops and in any case when the doors are released.

Why can't all modern trains do that? Even the 170s that don't have
automation in the way (I think) won't do that. If a button is pressed when
the door release is actioned, they won't open. You have to release the
button and press it again.

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Colin Rosenstiel