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Diesel locomotive

English Electric BR 55

Built by English Electric

Top speed

161 km/h

100 mph

Power output

2,460 kW

3,299 hp

Weight

101 t

222,667 lb

Length

21.18 m

69 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1961–1962

22 units

Overview of the English Electric BR 55

Discover the iconic BR 55, a powerful diesel locomotive built by English Electric in 1961-1962.

This impressive machine boasts a top speed of 161 km/h and a formidable 2460 kW power output, making it a standout in British railway history.

Operating on a 1435 mm gauge, the BR 55 served the British Railways Board and is now a treasured exhibit at the Nene Valley Railway.

With a weight of 101 tonnes and a tractive effort of 222 kN, this Co'Co' locomotive represents a significant piece of engineering.

Explore the details of this classic diesel locomotive, a true marvel of its era.

English Electric BR 55 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 55
Built by	English Electric · 1961–196222 units
Top speed	161 km/h100 mph	100 mph
Power output	2,460 kW3,299 hp	3,299 hp
Tractive effort	222 kN49,908 lbf	49,908 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	21.18 m69 ft 6 in	69 ft 6 in
Width	2.68 m8 ft 10 in	8 ft 10 in
Height	3.91 m12 ft 10 in	12 ft 10 in
Weight	101 t222,667 lb	222,667 lb

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Operators of the English Electric BR 55

Railway companies that have operated the BR 55, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
British Railways Board	BR 55	United Kingdom
Nene Valley Railway	NVR 55	United Kingdom

English Electric BR 55 photos

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