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Diesel multiple unit

PSC BR 117

Built by PSC

Top speed
112 km/h
70 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge

Overview of the PSC BR 117

Discover the BR 117, a versatile Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) from British Railways Board.

This impressive locomotive, also known as Class BR 117, was developed in the United Kingdom for passenger transport.

With a top speed of 112 km/h and a gauge of 1435 mm, the BR 117 is well-equipped for service on the British rail network.

Its robust construction and a generous car length of 19.51 meters offer comfort and efficiency on every journey.

Learn more about the impressive technical specifications of the BR 117, a milestone in British railway history.

PSC BR 117 technical specifications

Value
Built byPSC
Top speed112 km/h70 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Car length19.51 m64 ft 0 in
Width2.82 m9 ft 3 in

Operators of the PSC BR 117

Railway companies that have operated the BR 117, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
British Railways BoardBR 117United Kingdom

PSC BR 117 photos

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