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Diesel-electric multiple unit

Brush Traction British Rail Class 769

Built by Brush Traction

Top speed
161 km/h
100 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
2017–2020

Overview of the Brush Traction British Rail Class 769

Discover the British Rail Class 769, a modern and versatile locomotive built by Brush Traction between 2017 and 2020. This diesel-electric multiple unit (DEMU) boasts an impressive top speed of 161 km/h, making it ideal for various operational needs.

With a 2-car formation and a 1435 mm gauge, the Class 769 is utilized by Transport for Wales Rail Services, where it operates as the TfW 769. Each car measures 19.83 meters in length, offering a balance of efficiency and passenger comfort.

Equipped with advanced electric systems, including 750 V DC and 25 kV AC 50 Hz, and powered by the MAN D 2876 prime mover, this locomotive ensures reliable and robust performance on railway networks.

Its compact dimensions, with a width of 2.82 m and a height of 3.58 m, facilitate integration into existing infrastructure, marking it as an efficient and cutting-edge solution in rail transport.

Brush Traction British Rail Class 769 technical specifications

Value
Built byBrush Traction · 2017–2020
Top speed161 km/h100 mph
Prime moverMAN D 2876
Electric systems
  • 750 V DC (3rd rail)
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation2 cars
Car length19.83 m65 ft 1 in
Width2.82 m9 ft 3 in
Height3.58 m11 ft 9 in

Operators of the Brush Traction British Rail Class 769

Railway companies that have operated the British Rail Class 769, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Transport for Wales Rail ServicesTfW 769United Kingdom

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