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Electric multiple unit

BREL BR 313/2

Built by BREL

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
19 units

Overview of the BREL BR 313/2

Discover the iconic BR 313/2, an impressive Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) with a rich history in the United Kingdom.

Built by BREL between 1976 and 1977, this locomotive belongs to the BR 313 series and is designed for the standard gauge of 1435 mm.

The BR 313/2 is characterized by its robust construction, with a length of 60.83 meters and a width of 2.82 meters, while reaching a height of 3.58 meters.

Weighing an impressive 105 tons and featuring a powerful 750 V DC electric system via third rail, this train was a reliable powerhouse.

Originally operated by New Southern Railway Ltd. under the SN 313/2 class, the BR 313/2 represents an important piece of railway heritage.

BREL BR 313/2 technical specifications

Value
SeriesBR 313
FamilyPEP
Built byBREL · 1976–197719 units
Electric systems
  • 750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Train length60.83 m199 ft 7 in
Width2.82 m9 ft 3 in
Height3.58 m11 ft 9 in
Weight105 t231,485 lb

Operators of the BREL BR 313/2

Railway companies that have operated the BR 313/2, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
New Southern Railway Ltd.SN 313/2United Kingdom

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