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Hybrid locomotive

Brush Traction BR 73/9

Built by English Electric

Top speed
145 km/h
90 mph
Power output
447 kW
599 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Brush Traction BR 73/9

Discover the powerful BR 73/9 hybrid locomotive, a versatile engine designed for modern rail operations. This impressive machine, also known as the GBRf 73/9 and NRIL 73/9, is engineered for efficiency and performance.

Built by English Electric and refurbished by Brush Traction, the BR 73/9 boasts a top speed of 145 km/h. Its 1435 mm gauge and Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement make it suitable for a wide range of track conditions.

Featuring advanced 750 V DC electric systems, this hybrid locomotive delivers a significant 1060 kW of power and 179 kN of tractive effort. The BR 73/9 is a testament to innovative railway engineering.

Brush Traction BR 73/9 technical specifications

Value
Built byEnglish Electric
RefurbishedBrush Traction (9)
Top speed145 km/h90 mph
Power output447 kW599 hp
Tractive effort160 kN35,969 lbf
Electric systems
  • 750 V DC (1060 kW, 179 kN, 3rd rail)
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
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Operators of the Brush Traction BR 73/9

Railway companies that have operated the BR 73/9, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
GB RailfreightGBRf 73/9United Kingdom
Network RailNRIL 73/9United Kingdom

Brush Traction BR 73/9 photos

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