BREL BR 165/0

Built by BREL

Top speed

121 km/h

75 mph

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1990–1992

39 units

Overview of the BREL BR 165/0

Discover the BR 1650, a robust diesel multiple unit (DMU) belonging to the Networker family, built by BREL between 1990 and 1992.

This notable locomotive, also known as CR 165/0 during its service with Chiltern Railways Ltd., underwent refurbishment between 2003 and 2005. It boasts a top speed of 121 km/h, making it ideal for passenger services.

Operating on standard gauge tracks (1435 mm), the BR 1650 measures 2.81 meters wide and 3.79 meters high. Explore more about this significant piece of British railway engineering and its evolving history.

BREL BR 165/0 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 165
Family	Networker
Built by	BREL · 1990–199239 units
Refurbished	2003 - 2005
Top speed	121 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Width	2.81 m9 ft 3 in	9 ft 3 in
Height	3.79 m12 ft 5 in	12 ft 5 in