Metropolitan Vickers BR 77

Built by Metropolitan Vickers

Top speed

145 km/h

90 mph

Power output

1,857 kW

2,490 hp

Weight

104 t

229,280 lb

Length

17.98 m

59 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1953–1954

7 units

Overview of the Metropolitan Vickers BR 77

Discover the BR 77, a powerful electric locomotive built by Metropolitan Vickers between 1953 and 1954.

This impressive machine boasts a top speed of 145 km/h and a substantial power output of 1857 kW, making it ideal for heavy-duty tasks on standard gauge 1435 mm tracks.

With its robust Co'Co' wheel arrangement and a weight of 104 tons, the BR 77 offers excellent stability and reliability.

Powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems, this locomotive has made a significant mark on British railway history, representing efficiency and strength in rail transport.

Metropolitan Vickers BR 77 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 77
Built by	Metropolitan Vickers · 1953–19547 units
Top speed	145 km/h90 mph	90 mph
Power output	1,857 kW2,490 hp	2,490 hp
Tractive effort	200 kN44,962 lbf	44,962 lbf
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	17.98 m59 ft 0 in	59 ft 0 in
Weight	104 t229,280 lb	229,280 lb