Adtranz BR 170/4

Built by Adtranz, Bombardier

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1999–2004

55 units

Overview of the Adtranz BR 170/4

Explore the BR 170/4, a reliable Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) from the Turbostar family, a common sight on UK railways.

Built between 1999 and 2004 by Adtranz and Bombardier, this versatile train has served numerous operators, including Abellio ScotRail, East Midlands Railway, and Northern Trains.

Measuring 23.62 meters in length with a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the BR 170/4 is recognized for its consistent performance and operational efficiency.

Discover more about this popular diesel train and view images of its service across the United Kingdom.

Adtranz BR 170/4 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 170
Family	Turbostar
Built by	Adtranz, Bombardier · 1999–200455 units
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Car length	23.62 m77 ft 6 in	77 ft 6 in
Width	2.69 m8 ft 10 in	8 ft 10 in
Height	3.77 m12 ft 4 in	12 ft 4 in

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Operators of the Adtranz BR 170/4

Railway companies that have operated the BR 170/4, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Abellio ScotRail	ASR 170/4	United Kingdom
East Midlands Railway	EMR 170/4	United Kingdom
First ScotRail Ltd.	FSR 170/4	United Kingdom
Northern Trains	Northern 170/4	United Kingdom
ScotRail Trains Limited	ScotRail 170/4	United Kingdom