© trainspo.comBR 305/2
Built by BR
Overview of the BR 305/2
Discover the BR 3052, a fascinating Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) from the 1960s.
Part of the 1959 EMU family, this locomotive served the United Kingdom under the British Railways Board, representing a significant piece of railway history.
Built in 1960, the BR 3052 boasts a respectable top speed of 121 km/h.
Its formation consists of 4 cars, operates on a standard gauge of 1435 mm, and is powered by 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems.
This classic EMU is an ideal subject for enthusiasts of trains and transport history, offering a glimpse into the engineering of its era.
BR 305/2 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | 1959 EMU | |
| Family | 1959 EMU | |
| Built by | BR · 196071 units | |
| Top speed | 121 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 4 cars |
Operators of the BR 305/2
Railway companies that have operated the BR 305/2, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| British Railways Board | BR 305/2 | United Kingdom |
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