© trainspo.comBombardier BR 168/0
Built by Adtranz, Bombardier
Overview of the Bombardier BR 168/0
Discover the BR 168/0, an iconic diesel multiple unit (DMU) with a significant service history in the United Kingdom.
This locomotive, part of the Turbostar family and the BR 168 series, was built by Adtranz and Bombardier in 1998. It operates with a 1435 mm gauge and is configured in 4-car formations, providing an efficient transportation experience.
With a top speed of 160 km/h, the BR 168/0 is a testament to railway engineering. Currently serving under Chiltern Railways Ltd. as the CR 168/0 class, it remains a notable presence on the railway lines.
Its dimensions include a car length of 23.62 meters, a width of 2.69 meters, and a height of 3.77 meters, integrating seamlessly into existing infrastructure.
Bombardier BR 168/0 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BR 168 | |
| Family | Turbostar | |
| Built by | Adtranz, Bombardier · 19985 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 4 cars | |
| 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 Bombardier BR 168/0
Railway companies that have operated the BR 168/0, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Chiltern Railways Ltd. | CR 168/0 | United Kingdom |
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