Darlington Works 09/1

Built by Darlington Works, Horwich Works

Top speed

44 km/h

27 mph

Power output

298 kW

400 hp

Weight

50 t

110,231 lb

Length

8.92 m

29 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Overview of the Darlington Works 09/1

Explore the robust 09/1 diesel locomotive, a workhorse with a distinguished service history in the United Kingdom.

This C-C shunting locomotive, operated by the English, Welsh and Scottish Railway (EWS) and preserved at the Severn Valley Railway, embodies reliability and power.

Built at Darlington and Horwich Works, the 09/1 delivers consistent performance, reaching a top speed of 44 km/h and producing a substantial 111 kN of tractive effort.

Measuring 8.92 meters long and weighing 50 tons, this standard gauge (1435 mm) locomotive is a valuable asset for any railway collection or operation.

Recognized for its BR09 series designation and 298 kW power output, the 09/1 locomotive stands as a testament to British railway engineering.

Darlington Works 09/1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR09
Built by	Darlington Works, Horwich Works
Top speed	44 km/h27 mph	27 mph
Power output	298 kW400 hp	400 hp
Tractive effort	111 kN24,954 lbf	24,954 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	C
Length	8.92 m29 ft 3 in	29 ft 3 in
Width	2.59 m8 ft 6 in	8 ft 6 in
Weight	50 t110,231 lb	110,231 lb