BR Class 90 Freight Loco - Coming Soon!
[p]A new UK freight locomotive is coming to Train Sim World! This time, it’s all electric, with the introduction of the Class 90 by Alan Thomson Simulation on Tuesday March 24th next week![/p][p][/p][p]![]()
[/p][h2]The Story So Far...[/h2][p]We first revealed the Class 90 at the end of 2025 and followed up with further images in our Season of Reveals.[/p][p]This is the first loco Add-on by Alan Thomson Simulation, following their first route Add-on with Manchester Airport Commuter.[/p][p]ATS have kept us updated with their progress on the Class 90 over the last few months, building the locomotive with assistance from others in the TSW Community.[/p][p][/p][h2]The Locomotive[/h2][p]![]()
[/p][p]Derived from advancing British Rail AC technology, and originally being described as the Class 87/2, the Class 90 was designed to get the UK’s electric rolling stock roster up to speed, as widespread electrification had outpaced locomotive construction. The 87/2 scheme was seen as a way of quickly procuring an additional fleet of modernised locos based on a successful frame but was reclassified when the design changed significantly. The resulting fleet of 50 locos being one of the most iconic electric designs built during the BR era.[/p][p][/p][p]![]()
[/p][p]This mixed-traffic loco has been a staple of the UK rail network for over 30 years and whether hauling passenger trains at 110 mph or container freight at 75 mph, the Class 90 is equally at home. Powered by thyristor control, it was a modernised successor to the Class 87, offering improved solid-state traction and reliability.[/p][p]Drivers often praise the Class 90 for its comfortable, ergonomic cabs and helpful driver aids like Speed Set, which maintains a set speed and reduces workload—especially on long runs.[/p][p][/p][p]![]()
[/p][p]This Add-on will highlight its freight capabilities, ensuring you can run to time up and down the West Coast Main Line without interfering with higher-priority traffic.[/p][p][/p][h2]Development of the Class 90[/h2][p]ATS stated in previous Roadmap articles:[/p]![]()
[/p][h3]Livery Variants[/h3][p]The Class 90 loco Add-on includes the following variants:[/p]![]()
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[/p][p]UK Safety Systems are fully modelled, including TPWS, AWS and DSD, as well as the new working Speed Set feature, and Intractable GSMR radio. As the machine room is not modelled, the DSD isolation is activated by interacting with a noise level warning sticker on the machine room door to represent a driver entering the room to enable / disable it. The Class 90 also includes a fully operational BIS and realistic Neutral Section functionality.[/p][p][/p][p]![]()
[/p][p]Multiple Working capabilities have also been implemented, allowing for heavy-haul operations with other Class 90 locomotives.[/p][p]Train Faults are also present for players with the relevant Settings Enabled as part of the new Train Sim World 6 Core feature. These consist of wiper and pantograph failures.[/p][p][/p][h2]The Route:[/h2][h3]West Coast Main Line: London – Milton Keynes[/h3][p]Gameplay for the Class 90 will be focussed on the first stretch of WCML introduced to Train Sim World between London Euston and Milton Keynes.[/p][p][/p][p]![]()
[/p][p]This arterial route connecting some of Britain’s major cities to London has seen plenty of action from its initial opening through to today’s services, with numerous amendments and redevelopments of stations along the way, as well as the ever-changing rolling stock that use it.[/p][p]Services in a dedicated weekday timetable will originate at Wembley Yard, Willesden or Camden Junction hauling intermodal shipping containers north out of London, or from Milton Keynes bringing trains back into the city.[/p][p]3 Scenarios are also included for the route, as is a 20 minute Tutorial in Training Center.[/p][p]Players will undoubtedly wish to utilise Free Roam to take the Class 90 elsewhere on the UK network, such as the East Coast Main Line, or on other stretches of the WCML like Just Trains’ Preston – Carlisle route Add-on or Birmingham – Crewe, by All Aboard Studios.[/p][p][/p][p]![]()
[/p][p]Formation Designer and Livery Designer can also be utilised to create alternative freight consists, including use with Class 66 locomotives or passenger railtours.[/p][p]Train Sim World® 6: BR Class 90 Loco Add-On will be available from 24th March on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store, and Steam for £14.99/€17.99/$17.99[/p][p]Please note that the Class 90 will be released on PC and 9th Gen Console platforms only.[/p][p][/p][h2]Get A Glimpse of the BR Class 90 Live![/h2][h3]Join the ATS Team for a Preview Livestream Tomorrow![/h3][p]Get ready for a first look and preview of the BR Class 90 Electric Freight Loco from the Alan Thomson Simulation team on the ATS Twitch channels tomorrow, starting at 19:00 GMT on Friday 20th March 2026.[/p][p][/p][h3]Catch our Dovetail Games Livestream Next Monday![/h3][p]Join Executive Producer Matt, Community Manager Harry and guests from the Alan Thomson Simulation team for a showcase of the BR Class 90 Electric Freight ahead of its release, on both YouTube and Twitch at 19:00 GMT on Monday 23rd March 2026 next week![/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]Find out more about Train Sim World 6 by following @trainsimworld on Twitter/X, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.[/p]
[p]“Members of the our team have taken part in a dedicated recording session to capture the full sound set for the Class 90, ensuring an authentic audio experience. Gameplay development has also been led by ATS, with SimuGraph work progressing in close collaboration with the excellent team at AND Games."[/p][p][/p][p]
- [p]DB Cargo (red)[/p]
- [p]DB Cargo (blue)[/p]
- [p]Freightliner (grey)[/p]
- [p]Freightliner (old / green)[/p]
- [p]Freightliner (new / Powerhaul)[/p]
[p]“Livery creation has been handled by IMBUE, who’ve delivered a diverse and high-quality set of liveries that complement the pack’s flexible service mode. Players will be able to choose the freight run that suits them best, adding replay-ability and variety."[/p][p][/p][h3]Systems and Interactive Features[/h3][p]The cab of the Class 90 will have elements familiar to players of other trains in Train Sim World. The throttle and brake handles are similar in design to that found in the HST, as are some of the dials, yet accompanying these are traction motor gauges like those found in the Class 87 and 86 locomotives.[/p][p]Being a freight locomotive, some switches to the left of the driver’s seat and the interactive operator interface for train length are like those seen in the Class 66. Players may also notice what look like shunting controls in cab by the door. In reality, these have been isolated out of use for many years and cannot be interacted with.[/p][p][/p][p]