BREL BR 313/0

Built by BREL

Top speed

121 km/h

75 mph

Weight

105 t

231,485 lb

Length

60.83 m

199 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1976–1977

41 units

Overview of the BREL BR 313/0

Discover the BR 313/0, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) that has been a staple of the British railway landscape.

Built by BREL between 1976 and 1977, this series is recognized for its reliability and versatile design, capable of operating under different power systems, including 25 kV AC 50 Hz and 750 V DC via the third rail.

With a top speed of 121 km/h, a train length of 60.83 meters, and a 3-car formation, the BR 313/0 served as the FCC 313/0 for First Capital Connect Ltd., contributing to passenger mobility in the United Kingdom.

Part of the PEP family and the BR 313 series, this train, measuring 2.82 m wide and 3.58 m high, weighs 105 tonnes and uses standard 1435 mm gauge track.

BREL BR 313/0 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 313
Family	PEP
Built by	BREL · 1976–197741 units
Top speed	121 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz 750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	3 cars
Train length	60.83 m199 ft 7 in	199 ft 7 in
Width	2.82 m9 ft 3 in	9 ft 3 in
Height	3.58 m11 ft 9 in	11 ft 9 in
Weight	105 t231,485 lb	231,485 lb