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Diesel-electric multiple unit

Eastleigh Works BR 205

Built by Eastleigh Works

Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1957–1962
34 units

Overview of the Eastleigh Works BR 205

Discover the BR 205, a classic DEMU built by Eastleigh Works between 1957 and 1962, representing a significant part of British railway history.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a car length of 19.51 meters, this unit, operated by the British Railways Board, featured a robust and functional design. Its width of 2.82 meters made it versatile for various operations.

Experience the enduring power and efficiency of the BR 205, a testament to UK railway engineering.

Eastleigh Works BR 205 technical specifications

Value
Built byEastleigh Works · 1957–196234 units
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Car length19.51 m64 ft 0 in
Width2.82 m9 ft 3 in
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Operators of the Eastleigh Works BR 205

Railway companies that have operated the BR 205, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
British Railways BoardBR 205United Kingdom

Eastleigh Works BR 205 photos

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