BREL BR 455/8

Built by BREL

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1982–1984

Overview of the BREL BR 455/8

Discover the BR 455/8, an iconic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that has proudly served the United Kingdom.

Built by BREL between 1982 and 1984, this elegant locomotive is part of the PEP family and belongs to the BR 455 series. It operates with a 750 V DC electric system via a third rail, on a standard gauge of 1435 mm.

The BR 455/8 has had a long and distinguished career, operating under various companies including British Railways Board, New Southern Railway Ltd., South Western Railway, and South West Trains. Each formation consists of 4 cars, ensuring efficient traction for the lines.

Its reliability and functional design have made it a cornerstone of British rail transport for many years.

BREL BR 455/8 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 455
Family	PEP
Built by	BREL · 1982–1984
Electric systems	750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	4 cars

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Operators of the BREL BR 455/8

Railway companies that have operated the BR 455/8, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
British Railways Board	BR 455/8	United Kingdom
New Southern Railway Ltd.	SN 455/8	United Kingdom
South West Trains	SWT 455/8	United Kingdom
South Western Railway	SWR 455/8	United Kingdom