BREL BR 142

Built by BREL, Leyland

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1985–1987

96 units

Overview of the BREL BR 142

Discover the BR 142, an iconic diesel multiple unit (DMU) from the United Kingdom.

Designed by BREL and Leyland between 1985 and 1987, this "Pacer" series is easily recognizable by its 2-car formation and distinctive dimensions. It underwent refurbishment in 1997 and can reach a top speed of 120 km/h.

Throughout its operational life, the BR 142 has served under various UK railway operators, including Arriva Trains Wales, British Railways Board, Great Western Trains, Network Rail, and Northern Rail, before its service with Transport for Wales Rail Services.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm, this locomotive has covered countless miles, playing a significant role in passenger transport across Britain.

BREL BR 142 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Pacer
Family	Pacer
Built by	BREL, Leyland · 1985–198796 units
Refurbished	1997
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	2 cars
Car length	15.55 m51 ft 0 in	51 ft 0 in
Width	2.8 m9 ft 2 in	9 ft 2 in
Height	3.86 m12 ft 8 in	12 ft 8 in

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Operators of the BREL BR 142

Railway companies that have operated the BR 142, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Arriva Trains Wales Ltd.	ATW 142	United Kingdom
British Railways Board	BR 142	United Kingdom
Great Western Trains Company Ltd.	FGW 142	United Kingdom
Network Rail	NRIL 142	United Kingdom
Northern Rail Ltd.	NT 142	United Kingdom
Transport for Wales Rail Services	TfW 142	United Kingdom