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Diesel multiple unit

Metro Cammell BR 151

Built by Metro Cammell

Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1985
2 units

Overview of the Metro Cammell BR 151

Explore the BR 151, a versatile passenger train designed for the British railway network.

This model, from the "Sprinter" family, is characterized by its robust and functional design, typical of Metro Cammell constructions from the 1980s. The BR 151 is a Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) configured in a 3-car formation, perfect for regional routes and intercity services, offering both comfort and efficiency.

With a width of 2.81 meters and a height of 3.89 meters, this train uses the standard 1435 mm gauge, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of railway infrastructure. The BR 151, an important piece of British railway heritage, continues to play a role in passenger transport, demonstrating the reliability and durable design of rolling stock from this era.

Metro Cammell BR 151 technical specifications

Value
SeriesBR 151
FamilySprinter
Built byMetro Cammell · 19852 units
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation3 cars
Width2.81 m9 ft 3 in
Height3.89 m12 ft 9 in

Operators of the Metro Cammell BR 151

Railway companies that have operated the BR 151, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
British Railways BoardBR 151United Kingdom

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