© trainspo.comAdtranz BR 170/3
Built by Adtranz, Bombardier
Overview of the Adtranz BR 170/3
Discover the BR 170/3, a prominent member of the Turbostar family of Diesel Multiple Units (DMUs).
Built between 2000 and 2002 by Adtranz and later Bombardier, these trains are renowned for their robust performance and efficiency.
Operating on a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the BR 170/3 offers a comfortable travel experience with each car measuring 23.62 meters in length.
Its dimensions, including a width of 2.69 meters and a height of 3.77 meters, are optimized for various rail infrastructure.
This model has seen significant service with First TransPennine Express Ltd. (FTPE) in the United Kingdom, where it's classified as FTPE 170/3.
These advanced locomotives embody modern railway engineering and play a crucial role in public transportation networks.
Information regarding their specifications is readily available from reputable sources like en.wikipedia.org.
Adtranz BR 170/3 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BR 170 | |
| Family | Turbostar | |
| Built by | Adtranz, Bombardier · 2000–200215 units | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Car length | 23.62 m77 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2.69 m8 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.77 m12 ft 4 in |
Operators of the Adtranz BR 170/3
Railway companies that have operated the BR 170/3, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| First TransPennine Express Ltd. | FTPE 170/3 | United Kingdom |
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