BREL 87

Built by BREL

Top speed

180 km/h

112 mph

Power output

3,730 kW

5,002 hp

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1973–1975

36 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the BREL 87

Discover the versatile Class 87 locomotive, a powerhouse known for its reliability and performance.

This electric locomotive, originally built by BREL between 1973 and 1975, impresses with a top speed of 180 km/h and a considerable power output of 3730 kW.

With its 1435 mm gauge and Bo'Bo' axle configuration, the BR87 is in operation in various countries and with different operators, including Bulgaria and the United Kingdom.

Whether for freight or passenger transport, this locomotive represents solid engineering and is valued by companies such as Bulmarket DM Ltd., Bulgarian Railway Company, Electric Trains Ltd., GB Railfreight, Locomotive Services Limited, and Virgin Trains.

Experience the power and efficiency of this remarkable electric locomotive, a gem of railway history.

BREL 87 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR87
Built by	BREL · 1973–197536 units
Top speed	180 km/h112 mph	112 mph
Power output	3,730 kW5,002 hp	5,002 hp
Tractive effort	258 kN58,001 lbf	58,001 lbf
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'

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Operators of the BREL 87

Railway companies that have operated the 87, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Bulgarian Railway Company	BŽK 87	Bulgaria
Bulmarket DM Ltd.	Bulmarket 87	Bulgaria
Electric Trains Ltd.	ETL 87	United Kingdom
GB Railfreight	GBRf 87	United Kingdom
Locomotive Services Limited	LSL 87	United Kingdom
Virgin Trains	VT 87	United Kingdom