© trainspo.comGloucester RCW BR 128
Built by Gloucester RCW
Overview of the Gloucester RCW BR 128
Discover the BR 128, a notable Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) with a significant history on British Railways.
This locomotive, built in 1959 by Gloucester RCW, is characterized by its robust construction and dependable performance.
With a top speed of 110 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the BR 128 was well-suited for operation on the United Kingdom's railway network.
Its impressive power output of 338 kW and careful engineering, including a car length of 19.66 meters, make it a key element of the UK's railway heritage.
Gloucester RCW BR 128 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Gloucester RCW · 195910 units | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Power output | 338 kW453 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Car length | 19.66 m64 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2.82 m9 ft 3 in | |
| Weight | 41 t90,389 lb |
Operators of the Gloucester RCW BR 128
Railway companies that have operated the BR 128, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| British Railways Board | BR 128 | United Kingdom |
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