Brush Traction 47/0

Built by Brush Traction

Top speed

153 km/h

95 mph

Length

19.38 m

63 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the Brush Traction 47/0

Discover the iconic 47/0 diesel locomotive, a true workhorse of British railway history.

This impressive locomotive, also known as the British Rail (BR) 47/0, was built by Brush Traction and is characterized by its robust construction and performance capabilities.

With a top speed of 153 km/h, it is suitable for a variety of applications.

The Co'Co' axle configuration and an imposing tractive effort of 267 kN highlight its strength.

Throughout its service life, the 47/0 was operated by renowned operators such as Advenza Freight, British Railways Board, Boden Rail Locomotives, and West Coast Railway Company.

Its impressive dimensions of 19.38 m length, 2.69 m width, and 3.9 m height make it a striking presence on the rails.

The powerful Sulzer 12LDA28-C engine drives this icon of the British railway.

Brush Traction 47/0 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 47
Built by	Brush Traction
Top speed	153 km/h95 mph	95 mph
Tractive effort	267 kN60,024 lbf	60,024 lbf
Prime mover	Sulzer 12LDA28-C
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	19.38 m63 ft 7 in	63 ft 7 in
Width	2.69 m8 ft 10 in	8 ft 10 in
Height	3.9 m12 ft 10 in	12 ft 10 in

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Operators of the Brush Traction 47/0

Railway companies that have operated the 47/0, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Advenza Freight	AF 47/0	United Kingdom
Boden Rail Locomotives	BRL 47/0	United Kingdom
British Railways Board	BR 47/0	United Kingdom
West Coast Railway Company	WCRC 47/0	United Kingdom