BREL BR 159/0

Built by BREL

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

900 kW

1,207 hp

Weight

38 t

83,776 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1992–1993

22 units

Overview of the BREL BR 159/0

Discover the BR 159/0, a reliable Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) celebrated for its efficiency on UK rail networks.

Part of the "Sprinter" family, these trains were built by BREL between 1992 and 1993, serving key operators like British Railways Board, South Western Railway, and South West Trains.

Each 3-car formation boasts a top speed of 140 km/h and offers comfortable seating for passengers, with 24 seats in first class and 172 in second class.

Refurbished between 2007 and 2008, these locomotives continue to provide excellent service.

BREL BR 159/0 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 159
Family	Sprinter
Built by	BREL · 1992–199322 units
Refurbished	2007 - 2008
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	900 kW1,207 hp	1,207 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	3 cars
Capacity	1st class 24, 2nd class 172 seats
Car length	23.21 m76 ft 2 in	76 ft 2 in
Width	2.82 m9 ft 3 in	9 ft 3 in
Height	3.81 m12 ft 6 in	12 ft 6 in
Weight	38 t83,776 lb	83,776 lb