British Rail Class 150
The British Rail Class 150 "Sprinter" diesel multiple units (DMUs) were built by BREL from 1984-87. A total of 137 units were built in three main subclasses, replacing many of the earlier first-generation "Heritage" DMUs. Which were in need of replacement
| British Rail Class 150 "Sprinter" | |
|---|---|
| 300px 150232 at Worle | |
| In service | 1984 - present |
| Manufacturer | BREL |
| Family name | Sprinter |
| Constructed | 1984 - 1987 |
| Refurbishment | Various |
| Number built | 137 |
| Formation | 2 or 3 cars, all power |
| Capacity | Depends on refurbs |
| Operator | Transport for Wales Rail Services London Midland First Great Western Northern Rail London Overground |
| Line(s) served | Many |
| Specifications | |
| Car length | 64 feet (19.5 metres) |
| Width | 9 feet (2.8 metres) |
| Height | 11 feet (3.77 meters) |
| Maximum speed | 75 miles per hour (121 km/h) |
| Weight | 35.8 tonnes |
| Engine(s) | Diesel |
| Safety system(s) | AWS, TPWS |
| Coupling system | BSI Compact |
| Gauge | Standard gauge (4 ft 8½ in) |
British Rail Class 150 Media
Northern Trains 150001 at Bromley Cross in 2021
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Class 150/2 in BR Sprinter livery
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Northern Rail refurbished Class 150/2 Sprinter at York in 2007
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Wessex Trains refurbished Class 150/2 at Bristol Temple Meads in 2008
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The interior of a Wessex Trains refurbished Class 150/2
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Transport For Wales Rail Class 150 Sprinter at Cardiff Central station in 2023.
Central Trains/Centro refurbished Class 150/0 Sprinter at Birmingham Moor Street in 2007
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London Northwestern Railway Class 150/1 Sprinter at Bedford in 2024