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Diesel locomotive

Crewe Works 37/4

Built by English Electric, RSH

Top speed
140 km/h
87 mph
Power output
1,305 kW
1,750 hp
Weight
107 t
235,894 lb
Length
18.75 m
61 ft 6 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the Crewe Works 37/4

Discover the robust BR 37/4 diesel locomotive, a versatile workhorse known for its powerful performance and enduring design.

Built by English Electric and RSH and refurbished at Crewe Works, this locomotive boasts a top speed of 140 km/h and a substantial power output of 1305 kW.

With a length of 18.75 meters and a weight of 107 tons, the BR 37/4 is recognized for its Co'Co' UIC axle configuration, ensuring excellent traction and stability across various rail networks.

This iconic diesel locomotive has served with distinction under several prominent operators in the United Kingdom, including British Railways Board, Colas Rail UK, DB Cargo UK, Direct Rail Services, English, Welsh and Scottish Railway, Locomotive Services Limited, and Europhoenix Locomotives.

Crewe Works 37/4 technical specifications

Value
SeriesBR 37
Built byEnglish Electric, RSH
RefurbishedCrewe Works
Top speed140 km/h87 mph
Power output1,305 kW1,750 hp
Tractive effort245 kN55,078 lbf
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length18.75 m61 ft 6 in
Width2.71 m8 ft 11 in
Height3.89 m12 ft 9 in
Weight107 t235,894 lb

Operators of the Crewe Works 37/4

Railway companies that have operated the 37/4, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
British Railways BoardBR 37/4United Kingdom
Colas Rail UKColas Rail 37/4United Kingdom
DB Cargo UKDBCUK 37/4United Kingdom
Direct Rail ServicesDRS 37/4United Kingdom
English, Welsh and Scottish RailwayEWS 37/4United Kingdom
Europhoenix LocomotivesEPUK 37/4United Kingdom
Locomotive Services LimitedLSL 37/4United Kingdom

Crewe Works 37/4 photos

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