Train Sim World 5: West Coast Main Line: Preston - Carlisle Route Add-On PC

Run classic British AC electric traction along the 90+ mile Preston to Carlisle stretch of the West Coast Main Line in this Train Sim World 5 simulation add-on. Master the BR Class 87/0's tap changer on steep Shap summit inclines during InterCity passenger runs and freight hauls, or switch to the Class 47 diesel for cross-country services via Lancaster and Penrith. Drive Mk2a and Mk3a coaches in BR comfort, handle Class 101 DMU shuttles to Morecambe, or dispatch trains in Conductor Mode amid a detailed 1986/87 timetable. Explore Lancashire and Cumbria backdrops with authentic scenarios, route tasks, Free Roam, and tools like Livery Designer. Hop between routes on foot and share creations via Creators Club. Train simulation fans who crave precise locomotive handling and period-specific rail operations will find their ideal challenge here.

From Just Trains: tap into the nostalgic 1980s and run up the most picturesque section of the famed West Coast Main Line in Train Sim World 5; the stunning and immersive 90+ miles of Preston to Carlisle awaits aboard classic British AC electric traction. Embark on InterCity passenger and trundling freight duties, or take a trip to the Morecambe coast, all in TSW’s longest UK route to date!

Experience the roles of British Rail staff between the cities of Carlisle and Preston amidst a complex 1986/87 timetable. Master the intricacies of the powerful BR Class 87/0. Controlling the tap changer technology is paramount for racing over the famous steep incline of Shap summit on a variety of services. From the non-stop InterCity runs, to the slower cross-country hops serving Lancaster, Oxenholme and Penrith. Haul passengers in true BR comfort with both the venerable Mk2a and the new Mk3a coaches!

With both the 87 and the ever-versatile Class 47; mingle between passenger services and wait your turn in passing loops on freight services. Gear up for a trip to the seaside too with shuttles along the Morecambe branch, driving the improved classic diesel, the Class 101 DMU. Hang up the master key entirely to safely dispatch trains and check tickets with Conductor Mode.

Discover 1980s workhorses and explore the beautiful backdrops of Lancashire and Cumbria with Train Sim World 5: West Coast Main Line: Preston - Carlisle!

Please Note: while not required, for a fuller timetable experience, including additional layers and substitution, the route makes use of the following add-ons which are available as separate purchases:

• Tees Valley Line, Class 31 and Class 20
  
• Northern Trans-Pennine and BR Heavy Freight Pack
  
• Blackpool Branches and West Cornwall Local
  
• Spirit of Steam and LNER Class A3 60103 Flying Scotsman

Key Features

• WCML route from Preston to Carlisle, as it was in 1986, including Carlisle Kingmoor, Carnforth Steamtown and the Morecambe branch, totalling nearly 100 miles
  
• BR Class 87/0 electric locomotive in BR Blue and InterCity Executive liveries
  
• BR Class 47/4 diesel locomotive in BR Blue, Large Logo and InterCity Executive liveries
  
• BR Class 08 diesel shunter in 5 variations of BR Blue livery
  
• BR Class 101 DMU in BR Blue/Grey livery
  
• BR Mk3a & Mk1 NHA coaches in BR Blue/Grey and InterCity Executive liveries
  
• BR Mk2a coaches in BR Blue/Grey livery
  
• FFA/FGA container flats and BBA steel wagons
  
• Highly detailed, feature-rich, driving cabs
  
• True-to-life performance, suspension and handling
  
• Accessible Tutorials on the Training Center
  
• A variety of Scenarios and an authentic Timetable, including Conductor Mode
  
• A selection of Route Tasks to complete
  
• Explore the route and trains in Free Roam
  
• Hop between WCML Preston - Carlisle and Blackpool Branches (available separately) on foot
  
• Livery Designer, Formation Designer and Scenario Planner compatible. Share your creations with the Creators Club
  
• Powered by Dovetail Games’ proprietary SimuGraph® vehicle dynamics engine and Unreal Engine 4® technology
  
• Download size: 17.6 GB