British Rail Class 207

The British Rail Class 207 (3D) diesel-electric multiple units were built by BR at Eastleigh in 1962. The fleet had a lifespan of 42 years. The Southern Region class 201 to 207 DEMUs are nicknamed 'Thumpers' due to the noise their engine units make.

British Rail Class 207 (3D)
South Central 207202 at Hurst Green in 2002
In service1962-2004
ManufacturerBR Eastleigh
Number built19 trainsets
SuccessorClass 170
Formation3 cars per trainset
Operators
Specifications
Maximum speed75 mph (121 km/h)
Weight56 long tons (56.9 t; 62.7 short tons)
Prime mover(s)English Electric 4SRKT Mark II (4-cylinder diesel)
Power output600 shp (450 kW) at 850 rpm
Coupling systemDrophead buckeye
Track gauge1,435 mm (4 ft 8+12 in) standard gauge
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