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Electric multiple unit

Siemens BR 450/5

Built by Siemens

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

2002–2005

Overview of the Siemens BR 450/5

Discover the BR 4505, a modern British Rail Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for efficient passenger transport.

This Desiro UK family train, specifically the BR 450 series, was built by Siemens between 2002 and 2005.

It served with South West Trains as the SWT 450/5, noted for its 160 km/h top speed and a comfortable capacity of 240 seats.

The BR 4505 operates on standard 1435 mm gauge and utilizes 750 V DC third rail electric systems.

With a formation of 4 cars, this robust EMU represents a significant advancement in UK railway technology.

Siemens BR 450/5 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 450
Family	Desiro UK
Built by	Siemens · 2002–2005
Refurbished	2008 (28)
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Electric systems	750 V DC (3rd rail)
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	4 cars
Capacity	240 seats
Car length	20.4 m66 ft 11 in	66 ft 11 in
Width	2.8 m9 ft 2 in	9 ft 2 in

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Operators of the Siemens BR 450/5

Railway companies that have operated the BR 450/5, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
South West Trains	SWT 450/5	United Kingdom

Siemens BR 450/5 photos

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