Bombardier BR 315

Built by BREL

Top speed

121 km/h

75 mph

Power output

656 kW

880 hp

Weight

128 t

282,191 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1980–1981

61 units

Overview of the Bombardier BR 315

Discover the BR 315, an Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that has played a significant role in United Kingdom rail services.

Built by BREL between 1980 and 1981, this PEP family train was later refurbished by Bombardier from 2004 to 2008, extending its operational life.

With a top speed of 121 km/h and a seating capacity of 318, the BR 315 has served various operators including Greater Anglia and London Overground.

Its robust design, powered by 25 kV AC electric systems with an output of 656 kW, highlights its reliable and efficient performance in passenger transportation.

Explore the technical specifications and operational history of this notable electric multiple unit.

Bombardier BR 315 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	PEP
Family	PEP
Built by	BREL · 1980–198161 units
Refurbished	Bombardier 2004 - 2008
Top speed	121 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	656 kW880 hp	880 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Capacity	318 seats
Width	3.58 m11 ft 9 in	11 ft 9 in
Height	2.82 m9 ft 3 in	9 ft 3 in
Weight	128 t282,191 lb	282,191 lb

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Operators of the Bombardier BR 315

Railway companies that have operated the BR 315, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Abellio Greater Anglia	AGA 315	United Kingdom
Greater Anglia	GA 315	United Kingdom
London Overground Rail Operations Ltd	LO 315	United Kingdom
National Express East Anglia	NXEA 315	United Kingdom
TfL Rail	TfL 315	United Kingdom