© trainspo.comDerby Carriage and Wagon Works BR 310
Built by Derby Carriage and Wagon Works
Overview of the Derby Carriage and Wagon Works BR 310
Explore the BR 310, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) designed for the British railway network.
Built by Derby Carriage and Wagon Works, this locomotive is part of the Mark 2 family.
With a top speed of 121 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the BR 310 was a cornerstone of rail transport in the United Kingdom. Its design and performance marked an era for British railways.
Derby Carriage and Wagon Works BR 310 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Family | Mark 2 | |
| Built by | Derby Carriage and Wagon Works | |
| Top speed | 121 km/h75 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in |
Operators of the Derby Carriage and Wagon Works BR 310
Railway companies that have operated the BR 310, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| British Railways Board | BR 310 | United Kingdom |
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