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Electric locomotive

English Electric BR 83

Built by English Electric

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Power output

2,200 kW

2,950 hp

Weight

78 t

171,960 lb

Length

16 m

52 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1960–1962

15 units

Overview of the English Electric BR 83

Explore the BR 83, an iconic electric locomotive.

Developed for British Railways by English Electric between 1960 and 1962, this robust machine boasts an impressive 2200 kW power output.

With a top speed of 160 km/h and a tractive effort of 169 kN, the BR 83 stands as a significant example of railway engineering from its era.

Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and Bo'Bo' axle configuration highlight its design optimized for British rail networks.

English Electric BR 83 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	EE83
Built by	English Electric · 1960–196215 units
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Power output	2,200 kW2,950 hp	2,950 hp
Tractive effort	169 kN37,993 lbf	37,993 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	16 m52 ft 6 in	52 ft 6 in
Weight	78 t171,960 lb	171,960 lb

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Operators of the English Electric BR 83

Railway companies that have operated the BR 83, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
British Railways Board	BR 83	United Kingdom

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