© trainspo.comGloucester RCW GWR railcar
Built by Park Royal, Gloucester RCW, GWR
Overview of the Gloucester RCW GWR railcar
Discover the GWR Railcar, an innovative rail vehicle designed for the Great Western Railway in the United Kingdom.
Constructed between 1934 and 1942 by Park Royal, Gloucester RCW, and the GWR itself, this railcar represented a modern solution for passenger transport.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and a weight of only 24 tonnes, the GWR Railcar offered an efficient and agile service.
Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and UIC classification B'B' are testament to its advanced engineering for the era.
A piece of British railway history, the GWR Railcar exemplifies functional and performant design.
Gloucester RCW GWR railcar technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Park Royal, Gloucester RCW, GWR · 1934–1942 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Weight | 24 t52,911 lb |
Operators of the Gloucester RCW GWR railcar
Railway companies that have operated the GWR railcar, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Great Western Railway | GWR Railcar | United Kingdom |
Gloucester RCW GWR railcar photos
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