BREL BR 315

Built by BREL

Top speed

121 km/h

75 mph

Power output

656 kW

880 hp

Weight

128 t

282,191 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1980–1981

61 units

Overview of the BREL BR 315

Discover the BR 315, a resilient Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) built by BREL between 1980 and 1981.

Originally from the PEP family, this train underwent significant refurbishment by Bombardier from 2004 to 2008, enhancing its capabilities.

Boasting a top speed of 121 km/h, seating for 318 passengers, and a powerful 656 kW output, the BR 315 has been a reliable workhorse for operators like Abellio Greater Anglia and London Overground.

Its robust construction, measuring 3.58 m wide and 2.82 m high, makes it well-suited for high-capacity passenger services.

Operating on 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems and weighing 128 tonnes with a 1435 mm gauge, the BR 315 exemplifies dependable railway engineering.

BREL BR 315 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	PEP
Family	PEP
Built by	BREL · 1980–198161 units
Refurbished	Bombardier 2004 - 2008
Top speed	121 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	656 kW880 hp	880 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Capacity	318 seats
Width	3.58 m11 ft 9 in	11 ft 9 in
Height	2.82 m9 ft 3 in	9 ft 3 in
Weight	128 t282,191 lb	282,191 lb

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Operators of the BREL BR 315

Railway companies that have operated the BR 315, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Abellio Greater Anglia	AGA 315	United Kingdom
Greater Anglia	GA 315	United Kingdom
London Overground Rail Operations Ltd	LO 315	United Kingdom
National Express East Anglia	NXEA 315	United Kingdom
TfL Rail	TfL 315	United Kingdom