Doncaster Works 03

Built by Swindon, Doncaster Works

Top speed

46 km/h

29 mph

Power output

113 kW

152 hp

Weight

31 t

68,343 lb

Length

7.92 m

26 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1957–1961

230 units

Overview of the Doncaster Works 03

Discover the robust and versatile British Railways Board 03 diesel locomotive.

This iconic C-classification shunting engine, also known as BR 03 or BRL 03, boasts a powerful 113 kW engine and a top speed of 46 km/h.

Built between 1957 and 1961 at Swindon and Doncaster Works, the 03 model is a reliable workhorse, measuring 7.92 meters in length and weighing 31 tonnes.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm, it has served various operators including Epping Ongar Railway and First Capital Connect Ltd.

Experience the enduring legacy and practical design of the 03 diesel locomotive, a true testament to British engineering.

Doncaster Works 03 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Swindon, Doncaster Works · 1957–1961230 units
Top speed	46 km/h29 mph	29 mph
Power output	113 kW152 hp	152 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	C
Length	7.92 m26 ft 0 in	26 ft 0 in
Width	2.59 m8 ft 6 in	8 ft 6 in
Weight	31 t68,343 lb	68,343 lb

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Operators of the Doncaster Works 03

Railway companies that have operated the 03, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Boden Rail Locomotives	BRL 03	United Kingdom
British Railways Board	BR 03	United Kingdom
Epping Ongar Railway	EOR 03	United Kingdom
First Capital Connect Ltd.	FCC 03	United Kingdom