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Diesel locomotive

Brush Traction 57/0

Built by Brush Traction, Crewe Works

Top speed
121 km/h
75 mph
Power output
1,860 kW
2,494 hp
Weight
121 t
266,759 lb
Length
19.38 m
63 ft 7 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the Brush Traction 57/0

Discover the powerful 57/0 series diesel locomotive, a true workhorse of the British railway network.

Built by Brush Traction at Crewe Works, this impressive locomotive boasts exceptional performance and versatility.

With a top speed of 121 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, it effortlessly handles freight transport and special passenger services.

The 57/0 series underwent extensive refurbishment between 1998 and 2004 and currently operates with renowned railway companies such as Advenza Freight, Direct Rail Services, Freightliner Ltd., Locomotive Services Limited, and West Coast Railway Company.

Experience the strength and dependability of this modern diesel locomotive, delivering 1860 kW of power and an impressive tractive effort of 245 kN.

Its robust design and Co'Co' wheel arrangement make it an ideal choice for demanding operations across the rail network.

The 57/0 locomotive is a testament to British engineering and plays a vital role in contemporary freight and passenger transportation.

Brush Traction 57/0 technical specifications

Value
SeriesBT57
Built byBrush Traction, Crewe Works
RefurbishedBrush Traction 1998 - 2004 (12)
Top speed121 km/h75 mph
Power output1,860 kW2,494 hp
Tractive effort245 kN55,078 lbf
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length19.38 m63 ft 7 in
Width2.79 m9 ft 2 in
Weight121 t266,759 lb

Operators of the Brush Traction 57/0

Railway companies that have operated the 57/0, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Advenza FreightAF 57/0United Kingdom
Direct Rail ServicesDRS 57/0United Kingdom
Freightliner Ltd.FL 57/0United Kingdom
Locomotive Services LimitedLSL 57/0United Kingdom
West Coast Railway CompanyWCRC 57/0United Kingdom

Brush Traction 57/0 photos

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