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Diesel multiple unit

BREL NIR 450

Built by BREL

Top speed
121 km/h
75 mph
Track gauge
1,600 mm
Irish gauge
Years built
1985–1987
9 units

Overview of the BREL NIR 450

Discover the powerful NIR 450 diesel multiple unit, a prominent member of Northern Ireland Railways' fleet.

Built by BREL between 1985 and 1987, these robust trains were designed for efficient passenger service.

With a top speed of 121 km/h, the NIR 450 ensures swift journeys across the United Kingdom's railway network.

Each three-car unit offers comfortable seating for 184 passengers, making it ideal for commuter and intercity routes.

Operating on a broad 1600 mm gauge, the NIR 450 is a testament to reliable engineering and operational excellence.

BREL NIR 450 technical specifications

Value
Built byBREL · 1985–19879 units
Top speed121 km/h75 mph
Track gauge1,600 mmIrish gauge5 ft 3 in
Formation3 cars
Capacity184 seats
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Operators of the BREL NIR 450

Railway companies that have operated the NIR 450, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Northern Ireland RailwaysNIR 450United Kingdom

BREL NIR 450 photos

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