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British Rail first generation DMUs
In order to modernize passenger transport over short distances, British Railways approached the industry in 1954, which was to produce a large number of light diesel railcars. Since there was no standard design due to...
General
| Property | British Rail first generation DMUs Remove |
|---|---|
| Built | 1960-1961 |
| Manufacturers | Pressed Steel |
| Wheel arrangement | 1A-A1 |
| Gauge | 1,435 mm (Standard gauge) |
Dimensions and weights
| Property | British Rail first generation DMUs Remove |
|---|---|
| Length | 19.66 m |
| Empty weight | 37.6 t |
Power plant
| Property | British Rail first generation DMUs Remove |
|---|---|
| Engine | Leyland 1595 |
| Engine type | 2x 6-cyl. diese1 |
Power
| Property | British Rail first generation DMUs Remove |
|---|---|
| Power source | diesel-mechanic |
| Indicated power | 224 kW (305 PS) |
| Top speed | 113 km/h |
