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Diesel multiple unit

Metro Cammell British Rail Class 230

Built by Metro Cammell

Top speed
97 km/h
60 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1979–1983
5 units

Overview of the Metro Cammell British Rail Class 230

Discover the British Rail Class 230, a versatile and modern diesel multiple unit (DMU).

Originally built by Metro Cammell between 1979 and 1983, this class received a significant refurbishment by Vivarail in 2015, breathing new life into the fleet.

With a top speed of 97 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, it is well-suited for UK railway networks.

Its width of 2.85 m ensures compatibility with existing infrastructure.

This reliable DMU has seen service with Great Western Railway (GWR 230), Transport for Wales Rail Services (TfW 230), and West Midland Trains (WMT 230) across the United Kingdom, highlighting its operational effectiveness.

Metro Cammell British Rail Class 230 technical specifications

Value
Built byMetro Cammell · 1979–19835 units
RefurbishedVivarail 2015
Top speed97 km/h60 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Width2.85 m9 ft 4 in

Operators of the Metro Cammell British Rail Class 230

Railway companies that have operated the British Rail Class 230, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Great Western RailwayGWR 230United Kingdom
Transport for Wales Rail ServicesTfW 230United Kingdom
West Midland TrainsWMT 230United Kingdom

Metro Cammell British Rail Class 230 photos

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