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BREL NR DBSO

Built by BREL

Top speed
160 km/h
99 mph
Weight
34 t
74,957 lb
Length
20.12 m
66 ft 0 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
2'2'

Overview of the BREL NR DBSO

Discover the NR DBSO, a versatile control car locomotive.

Built by BREL with a standard gauge of 1435 mm, this unit is engineered for robust performance.

It boasts a top speed of 160 km/h, ensuring efficient railway operations.

Operated in the United Kingdom by Direct Rail Services and Network Rail, the NR DBSO plays a key role in the rail network.

With a length of 20.12 meters, width of 2.82 meters, and height of 3.9 meters, it weighs 34 tons.

This locomotive exemplifies advanced railway engineering, ideal for those interested in cutting-edge rolling stock.

BREL NR DBSO technical specifications

Value
Built byBREL
RefurbishedBREL (14)
Top speed160 km/h99 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement2'2'
Length20.12 m66 ft 0 in
Width2.82 m9 ft 3 in
Height3.9 m12 ft 10 in
Weight34 t74,957 lb
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Operators of the BREL NR DBSO

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

OperatorClassCountry
Direct Rail ServicesDRS DBSOUnited Kingdom
Network RailNRIL DBSOUnited Kingdom

BREL NR DBSO photos

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