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Diesel multiple unit

BR 115

Built by BR

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Weight
137 t
302,033 lb
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1960–1998
41 units

Overview of the BR 115

Explore the robust BR 115 Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU), a significant piece of British railway history.

Built between 1960 and 1998 by British Railways Board, this versatile unit served the United Kingdom for decades, showcasing a reliable design and practical engineering.

Operating on standard gauge tracks with a width of 2.82 meters, the BR 115 boasts a top speed of 110 km/h, making it an efficient choice for regional and intercity services.

Each formation typically comprises 4 cars, with a substantial weight of 137 tons, reflecting its durable construction and capacity.

Discover more about this classic DMU, a testament to British innovation in rail transport.

BR 115 technical specifications

Value
Built byBR · 1960–199841 units
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation4 cars
Width2.82 m9 ft 3 in
Weight137 t302,033 lb

Operators of the BR 115

Railway companies that have operated the BR 115, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
British Railways BoardBR 115United Kingdom

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