Darlington Works BR 11

Built by Derby Works, Darlington Works

Top speed

32 km/h

20 mph

Weight

48 t

105,822 lb

Length

8.88 m

29 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1945–1952

120 units

Axle arrangement

Overview of the Darlington Works BR 11

Discover the BR 11, a robust diesel locomotive that served British Railways.

Built between 1945 and 1952 by Derby Works and Darlington Works, this model represents a significant piece of railway history.

With a length of 8.88 meters and a weight of 48 tons, the BR 11 features a C wheel arrangement and a width of 2.57 meters, highlighting its practical design.

Its top speed is 32 km/h, supported by a tractive effort of 155 kN.

The BR 11, with its 1435 mm gauge and a height of 3.8 meters, stands as a reliable and functional example of British engineering.

This locomotive is a solid icon from the past of British railways.

Darlington Works BR 11 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 11
Built by	Derby Works, Darlington Works · 1945–1952120 units
Top speed	32 km/h20 mph	20 mph
Tractive effort	155 kN34,845 lbf	34,845 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	C
Length	8.88 m29 ft 2 in	29 ft 2 in
Width	2.57 m8 ft 5 in	8 ft 5 in
Height	3.8 m12 ft 6 in	12 ft 6 in
Weight	48 t105,822 lb	105,822 lb