British Rail Class 128
British Rail Class 128 was a class of diesel multiple unit, built for British Rail. Introduced in 1959, ten of the class were built by British United Traction, each with two 230 hp Leyland engines. The class was built specifically for parcels, and did not feature any passenger accommodation; fitted out with parcel racks and bike storages at each end. The last members of the class were withdrawn in 1991, and none were preserved.
| British Rail Class 128 | |
|---|---|
 55993 at Peterborough in the Late 1980s in Post Office Red Livery. Gangways have been removed. | |
| In service | 1959-1991 |
| Manufacturer | British United Traction |
| Family name | Parcels |
| Number built | 10 |
| Operator | British Rail |
| Specifications | |
| Car length | 64 ft 6 in (19.69m) |
| Width | 9 ft 3 in (2.83m) |
| Maximum speed | 70 mph (112 km/h) |
| Weight | 40-41 tonnes |
| Engine(s) | Two Leyland 230 hp |
British Rail Class 128 Media
British Rail Class 128 M55991 Royal Mail liveried motor luggage van at St Pancras in 1990. Built by the Gloucester Railway Carriage and Wagon Company. Scanned from a Fujichrome 35mm slide.
