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Diesel multiple unit

Bombardier BR 170/6

Built by Bombardier

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2000
10 units

Overview of the Bombardier BR 170/6

Discover the BR 170/6, a modern diesel multiple unit (DMU) built by Bombardier in 2000.

As part of the reliable Turbostar family, this versatile train has served various operators in the United Kingdom, including Arriva CrossCountry, London Midland, and West Midlands Railway.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and seating for 120 passengers across its three cars, the BR 170/6 is well-suited for regional routes, offering efficient and comfortable passenger transport.

Featuring a standard gauge of 1435 mm, this DMU exemplifies robust engineering and operational flexibility for British rail networks.

Bombardier BR 170/6 technical specifications

Value
SeriesBR 170
FamilyTurbostar
Built byBombardier · 200010 units
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation3 cars
Capacity120 seats
Car length23.62 m77 ft 6 in
Width2.69 m8 ft 10 in
Height3.77 m12 ft 4 in
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Operators of the Bombardier BR 170/6

Railway companies that have operated the BR 170/6, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Arriva CrossCountryAXC 170/6United Kingdom
London MidlandLM 170/6United Kingdom
West Midlands RailwayWMR 170/6United Kingdom

Bombardier BR 170/6 photos

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