British Rail Class 150
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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" | |
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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 | Arriva Trains Wales 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) |
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 Class 150 at Bromley Cross in 2021
Northern Rail refurbished Class 150/2 Sprinter at York in 2007
Wessex Trains refurbished Class 150/2 at Bristol Temple Meads in 2008
Transport For Wales Class 150 Sprinter passes Llanfairpwll. This train is coupled with a Class 158.
Central Trains/Centro refurbished Class 150/0 Sprinter at Birmingham Moor Street in 2007
Silverlink liveried, London Overground operated Class 150/1 Sprinter at Gospel Oak in 2008