© trainspo.comDerby Works 25/3
Built by Crewe Works, Darlington Works, Derby Works, Beyer & Peacock
Overview of the Derby Works 25/3
Explore the 25/3 diesel locomotive, an iconic model from the United Kingdom.
Designed and built in renowned workshops like Crewe Works and Darlington Works, this machine combines power and reliability for rail transport.
With a top speed of 145 km/h and an output of 932 kW, it served various organizations, including private owner groups and the British Railways Board.
Its classic design and technical specifications make it a point of interest for train enthusiasts and railway historians, offering a glimpse into British railway engineering.
This locomotive, identifiable by its Bo'Bo' UIC classification, represents an important period in British railway history.
Derby Works 25/3 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BR25 | |
| Built by | Crewe Works, Darlington Works, Derby Works, Beyer & Peacock | |
| Top speed | 145 km/h90 mph | |
| Power output | 932 kW1,250 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 170 kN38,218 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 15.39 m50 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2.77 m9 ft 1 in | |
| Height | 3.86 m12 ft 8 in |
Operators of the Derby Works 25/3
Railway companies that have operated the 25/3, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| British Railways Board | BR 25/3 | United Kingdom |
| Private owners group | @private-uk 25/3 | United Kingdom |
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