Doncaster Works 86/2

Built by Doncaster Works, English Electric

Top speed

180 km/h

112 mph

Power output

2,680 kW

3,594 hp

Weight

84 t

185,188 lb

Length

17.83 m

58 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Doncaster Works 86/2

Explore the 86/2 electric locomotive, a marvel of British railway engineering.

Built by English Electric at Doncaster Works, this locomotive is renowned for its power and reliability.

It boasts a top speed of 180 km/h, delivering 2680 kW of power and 258 kN of tractive effort, powered by 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems.

Measuring 17.83 meters long and weighing 84 tons, its Bo'Bo' axle configuration and 1435 mm gauge make for efficient operation.

This versatile machine has served various operators, including British Railways Board and Anglia Railways, and even saw service in Hungary as Floyd 0450.

A true piece of railway history, it continues to capture the imagination of enthusiasts and private owner groups in the United Kingdom.

Doncaster Works 86/2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	EE86
Built by	Doncaster Works, English Electric
Top speed	180 km/h112 mph	112 mph
Power output	2,680 kW3,594 hp	3,594 hp
Tractive effort	258 kN58,001 lbf	58,001 lbf
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	17.83 m58 ft 6 in	58 ft 6 in
Weight	84 t185,188 lb	185,188 lb

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Operators of the Doncaster Works 86/2

Railway companies that have operated the 86/2, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Floyd ZRt.	Floyd 0450	Hungary
Anglia Railways	AR 86/2	United Kingdom
British Railways Board	BR 86/2	United Kingdom
Private owners group	@private-uk 86/2	United Kingdom