Brush Traction 47/4

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 47/4

Explore the iconic BR 47/4 diesel locomotive, a powerful British workhorse known for its reliability and versatility.

This robust Co'Co' class locomotive, built by Brush Traction, boasts a top speed of 153 km/h, making it suitable for a wide range of railway operations, from heavy freight to passenger services.

Measuring 19.38 meters in length and 2.69 meters in width, the BR 47/4 exemplifies strong engineering with a tractive effort of 267 kN.

Powered by the trusted Sulzer 12LDA28-C prime mover, this locomotive has a distinguished service history with prominent operators including British Railways Board, Direct Rail Services, Locomotive Services Limited, and West Coast Railway Company.

With a standard 1435 mm gauge, the BR 47/4 remains a respected and recognizable figure on railway networks.

Brush Traction 47/4 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 47/4

Railway companies that have operated the 47/4, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
British Railways Board	BR 47/4	United Kingdom
British Railways Board	BR 47/6	United Kingdom
Direct Rail Services	DRS 47/4	United Kingdom
Locomotive Services Limited	LSL 47/4	United Kingdom
West Coast Railway Company	WCRC 47/4	United Kingdom