Derby Works BR 24/0

Built by Crewe Works, Darlington Works, Derby 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 Derby Works BR 24/0

Discover the BR 24/0 diesel locomotive, an iconic piece of United Kingdom railway history.

Built by British Railways, this 1435 mm gauge locomotive operated successfully on various routes.

Measuring 15.39 meters in length and weighing 74 tons, the BR 24/0 boasts a powerful 629 kW engine and delivers a tractive effort of 187 kN.

Its top speed of 121 km/h enabled efficient service under diverse conditions.

Currently, this locomotive can be found at heritage railways like the East Lancashire Railway, keeping its legacy alive.

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR24
Built by	Crewe Works, Darlington Works, Derby 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