© trainspo.comHunslet-Barclay BR 153
Built by British Leyland
Overview of the Hunslet-Barclay BR 153
Explore the BR 153, a resilient railcar that has been a fixture on the United Kingdom's railways since its introduction in 1987-1988.
Originally built by British Leyland and later refurbished by Hunslet-Barclay, this single-car unit is designed for efficient operation, reaching a top speed of 120 km/h.
Measuring 23.2 meters in length and weighing 41.2 tons, the BR 153 has proven its worth for a multitude of rail operators, including notable names such as Abellio Greater Anglia, Arriva Trains Wales, and London Midland.
Its durable construction and capability to serve vital routes make the BR 153 a significant part of the UK's railway landscape, offering reliable service for many years.
Hunslet-Barclay BR 153 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | BR 153 | |
| Family | Sprinter | |
| Built by | British Leyland · 1987–198870 units | |
| Refurbished | Hunslet-Barclay 1991 - 1992 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Prime mover | Cummins NT855-R5 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'2' | |
| Formation | 1 cars | |
| Length | 23.2 m76 ft 1 in | |
| Width | 2.7 m8 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.75 m12 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 41.2 t90,830 lb |
Operators of the Hunslet-Barclay BR 153
Railway companies that have operated the BR 153, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Abellio Greater Anglia | AGA 153 | United Kingdom |
| Arriva Trains Wales Ltd. | ATW 153 | United Kingdom |
| British Railways Board | BR 153 | United Kingdom |
| East Midlands Trains Ltd. | EMT 153 | United Kingdom |
| Great Western Railway | GWR 153 | United Kingdom |
| Great Western Trains Company Ltd. | FGW 153 | United Kingdom |
| Greater Anglia | GA 153 | United Kingdom |
| London Midland | LM 153 | United Kingdom |
| Network Rail | NRIL 153 | United Kingdom |
| Northern Rail Ltd. | NT 153 | United Kingdom |
| Transport for Wales Rail Services | TfW 153 | United Kingdom |
Hunslet-Barclay BR 153 photos
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