Metro Cammell DVT Mk4

Built by BREL, Metro Cammell

Top speed

225 km/h

140 mph

Weight

44 t

97,003 lb

Length

18.83 m

61 ft 9 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1988

32 units

Axle arrangement

2'2'

Overview of the Metro Cammell DVT Mk4

Explore the DVT Mk4, a versatile control car locomotive that has served across various operators in the United Kingdom.

Also known simply as DVT, this locomotive was built by BREL and Metro Cammell starting in 1988, boasting an impressive top speed of 225 km/h.

With a gauge of 1435 mm and a length of 18.83 meters, the DVT Mk4 stands as a notable part of railway history.

It has operated with prominent operators including East Coast, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales Rail Services, Virgin Trains, and Virgin Trains East Coast.

These control cars are a vital component of UK rail operations, facilitating efficient train services.

Combining performance and functionality, the DVT Mk4 remains a respected model among railway enthusiasts.

Metro Cammell DVT Mk4 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DVT
Built by	BREL, Metro Cammell · 198832 units
Top speed	225 km/h140 mph	140 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	2'2'
Length	18.83 m61 ft 9 in	61 ft 9 in
Width	2.71 m8 ft 11 in	8 ft 11 in
Height	3.88 m12 ft 9 in	12 ft 9 in
Weight	44 t97,003 lb	97,003 lb

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Operators of the Metro Cammell DVT Mk4

Railway companies that have operated the DVT Mk4, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
East Coast	EC 82/2	United Kingdom
London North Eastern Railway	LNER DVT Mk4	United Kingdom
Transport for Wales Rail Services	TfW DVT Mk4	United Kingdom
Virgin Trains	VT 82/2	United Kingdom
Virgin Trains East Coast	VTEC 82/2	United Kingdom