BR 43159 Class 253 HST Driving Motor Brake

BR 43159 Class 253 HST Driving Motor Brake

 

Present Location Midland Railway Centre
County Location Derbyshire
Designed For BR
Built by BREL
Where built Crewe
First Number 43159
Present Number 43159
Owner 125 Group
Operating Yes
Stored Secure Open
Gauge 4ft 8 1/2in
Rarity Few
Historical Importance Very Important
Notes With 43102 (qv) holds the record for the world's fastest diesel train. By 09/21: at Nemesis Rail, Burton upon Trent. By 06/23: moved from Nemesis Rail to Midland Railway Centre.
At Risk No
Date Record Last Updated 17/07/2023

 
 
 

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