Darlington Works BR 24/1

Built by Derby Works, Darlington Works, Crewe Works

Top speed

121 km/h

75 mph

Power output

629 kW

844 hp

Weight

74 t

163,142 lb

Length

15.39 m

50 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1958–1961

151 units

Overview of the Darlington Works BR 24/1

Discover the BR 24/1, a robust diesel locomotive renowned for its reliability and performance.

Built by Derby Works, Darlington Works, and Crewe Works between 1958 and 1961, a total of 151 units were produced.

With a top speed of 121 km/h and a power output of 629 kW, the BR 24/1 is well-suited for a variety of operational needs.

Its Bo'Bo' UIC axle arrangement highlights its excellent traction and maneuverability.

These locomotives served under British Railways Board and also operated with the Great Western Railway.

The BR 24/1 features impressive dimensions of 15.39 meters in length, 2.69 meters in width, and 3.86 meters in height, with a substantial weight of 74 tonnes.

Featuring a 1435 mm gauge and a tractive effort of 187 kN, the BR 24/1 represents a significant piece of British railway heritage.

Darlington Works BR 24/1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR24
Built by	Derby Works, Darlington Works, Crewe Works · 1958–1961151 units
Top speed	121 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	629 kW844 hp	844 hp
Tractive effort	187 kN42,039 lbf	42,039 lbf
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	2.69 m8 ft 10 in	8 ft 10 in
Height	3.86 m12 ft 8 in	12 ft 8 in
Weight	74 t163,142 lb	163,142 lb