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Diesel multiple unit

BREL BR 165/1

Built by BREL

Top speed
145 km/h
90 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1990–1992
37 units

Overview of the BREL BR 165/1

Explore the robust BR 165/1 diesel multiple unit (DMU), a significant piece of British railway engineering.

Manufactured by BREL between 1990 and 1992, this series is part of the Networker family and is capable of reaching a top speed of 145 km/h, making it well-suited for passenger services.

Many of these units underwent a substantial refurbishment program from 2010 to 2011, ensuring continued high performance and passenger comfort.

With a width of 2.81 meters and a height of 3.79 meters, operating on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks, the BR 165/1 has a notable service history with UK operators including British Railways Board, Great Western Trains Company Ltd., and Great Western Railway, cementing its reputation as a reliable and capable DMU.

Discover more about this iconic train.

BREL BR 165/1 technical specifications

Value
SeriesBR 165
FamilyNetworker
Built byBREL · 1990–199237 units
Refurbished2010 - 2011 (36)
Top speed145 km/h90 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Width2.81 m9 ft 3 in
Height3.79 m12 ft 5 in

Operators of the BREL BR 165/1

Railway companies that have operated the BR 165/1, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
British Railways BoardBR 165/1United Kingdom
Great Western RailwayGWR 165/1United Kingdom
Great Western Trains Company Ltd.FGW 165/1United Kingdom

BREL BR 165/1 photos

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