Crewe Works 25/1

Built by Beyer & Peacock, Crewe Works, Darlington Works, Derby Works

Top speed

145 km/h

90 mph

Power output

932 kW

1,250 hp

Length

15.39 m

50 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Crewe Works 25/1

The BR 25/1 is a powerful and versatile diesel locomotive that served the British railway network.

Built by renowned manufacturers like Beyer & Peacock, Crewe Works, Darlington Works, and Derby Works, this locomotive embodies robust British engineering.

With a top speed of 145 km/h and a substantial power output of 932 kW, the 25/1 was designed for demanding tasks. Its Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement ensures excellent adhesion and a tractive effort of 170 kN, making it capable of hauling significant loads across the standard gauge 1435 mm tracks.

Today, this iconic diesel locomotive continues its legacy, maintained and operated by various private owner groups and heritage railways, such as the North Norfolk Railway, preserving a piece of railway history for enthusiasts and the public alike.

Crewe Works 25/1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR25
Built by	Beyer & Peacock, Crewe Works, Darlington Works, Derby Works
Top speed	145 km/h90 mph	90 mph
Power output	932 kW1,250 hp	1,250 hp
Tractive effort	170 kN38,218 lbf	38,218 lbf
Prime mover	Sulzer 6LDA28-B
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	15.39 m50 ft 6 in	50 ft 6 in
Width	2.77 m9 ft 1 in	9 ft 1 in
Height	3.86 m12 ft 8 in	12 ft 8 in

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Operators of the Crewe Works 25/1

Railway companies that have operated the 25/1, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
British Railways Board	BR 25/1	United Kingdom
North Norfolk Railway	NNR 25/1	United Kingdom
Private owners group	@private-uk 25/1	United Kingdom
Private owners group	@private-uk 25/1	United Kingdom