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Electric multiple unit

BREL BR 320

Built by BREL

Top speed
140 km/h
87 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1990
22 units

Overview of the BREL BR 320

Explore the BR 320, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) built by BREL in 1990.

Known for its reliability and functional design, this train is notably used by Abellio ScotRail in the United Kingdom as the ASR 320.

With a top speed of 140 km/h and a 3-car formation, the BR 320 is optimized for passenger transport on standard gauge railways of 1435 mm.

Its dimensions of 2.82 m width and 3.78 m height, combined with a 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric system, make it an efficient and suitable choice for modern rail networks.

A key player in the railway landscape, the BR 320 continues to provide efficient and comfortable service.

BREL BR 320 technical specifications

Value
Built byBREL · 199022 units
Top speed140 km/h87 mph
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation3 cars
Width2.82 m9 ft 3 in
Height3.78 m12 ft 5 in

Operators of the BREL BR 320

Railway companies that have operated the BR 320, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Abellio ScotRailASR 320United Kingdom

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