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Diesel multiple unit

Bombardier BR 172/0

Built by Bombardier

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2010

Overview of the Bombardier BR 172/0

Explore the BR 1720, a modern diesel multiple unit (DMU) manufactured by Bombardier in 2010.

Part of the Turbostar family and BR 172 series, this locomotive operates in the United Kingdom with London Overground Rail Operations Ltd as the LO 172/0. Its two-car configuration provides seating for 120 passengers, making it suitable for commuter services.

The BR 1720 boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and runs on standard gauge 1435 mm tracks. Each car measures 23.62 meters in length, with a width of 2.69 meters and a height of 3.77 meters, offering an efficient and contemporary rail transport solution.

Bombardier BR 172/0 technical specifications

Value
SeriesBR 172
FamilyTurbostar
Built byBombardier · 2010
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation2 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 172/0

Railway companies that have operated the BR 172/0, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
London Overground Rail Operations LtdLO 172/0United Kingdom

Bombardier BR 172/0 photos

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