Metro Cammell BR 156

Built by Metro Cammell

Top speed

121 km/h

75 mph

Power output

426 kW

571 hp

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1987–1989

114 units

Overview of the Metro Cammell BR 156

Discover the BR 156, a versatile Sprinter-family Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU).

Built by Metro Cammell between 1987 and 1989, these 2-car units are a familiar sight across the United Kingdom's rail network.

The BR 156 boasts a top speed of 121 km/h, powered by a reliable Cummins NT855-R5 prime mover delivering 426 kW of power.

With a car length of 23.03 meters, they offer efficient and comfortable passenger transport.

Originally operated by British Railways Board, the BR 156 has served numerous operators including Abellio Greater Anglia, ScotRail, and Northern Rail, playing a vital role in regional rail services.

Metro Cammell BR 156 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 156
Family	Sprinter
Built by	Metro Cammell · 1987–1989114 units
Top speed	121 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	426 kW571 hp	571 hp
Prime mover	Cummins NT855-R5
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	2 cars (2M)
Car length	23.03 m75 ft 7 in	75 ft 7 in
Width	2.73 m8 ft 11 in	8 ft 11 in
Height	3.81 m12 ft 6 in	12 ft 6 in

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Operators of the Metro Cammell BR 156

Railway companies that have operated the BR 156, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Abellio Greater Anglia	AGA 156	United Kingdom
Abellio ScotRail	ASR 156	United Kingdom
British Railways Board	BR 156	United Kingdom
East Midlands Railway	EMR 156	United Kingdom
East Midlands Trains Ltd.	EMT 156	United Kingdom
First ScotRail Ltd.	FSR 156	United Kingdom
Greater Anglia	GA 156	United Kingdom
Northern Rail Ltd.	NT 156	United Kingdom
ScotRail Trains Limited	ScotRail 156	United Kingdom