British Rail Class 107
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Class 107 diesel multiple unit
s were built by the Derby Works
of British Railways and were introduced in 1960. The class looked similar to the later Class 108
units, but were heavier - having been built out of steel.
Many of the units went into departmental use after being withdrawn from passenger use. The class suffered from a structural problem, however, which could result in the bodies separating from the chassis under heavy braking.
Originally, there were no fixed set formations, but eventually, sets were numbered as 107425-449 in DMBS order (the DMCLs & TSLs were formed into the sets at random). Renumbered to 107725-749 in 1988 to avoid confusion of set numbers with new 156 units which also had 4xx numbers. Renumbered again to 107025-049 about 1990 to avoid similar confusion with new class 158s numbered in 7xx series.
For coupling codes see British United Traction
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Class 107 diesel multiple unit
Diesel multiple unit
A diesel multiple unit or DMU is a multiple unit train consisting of multiple carriages powered by one or more on-board diesel engines. They may also be referred to as a railcar or railmotor, depending on country.-Design:...
s were built by the Derby Works
Derby Carriage and Wagon Works
Derby Carriage and Wagon Works was built by the Midland Railway in Derby, England. The plant has been through many changes of ownership and is currently owned by Bombardier Transportation, a subsidiary of Bombardier Inc. of Canada. As of 2011 it is the only remaining passenger rolling stock...
of British Railways and were introduced in 1960. The class looked similar to the later Class 108
British Rail Class 108
The British Rail Class 108 diesel multiple units were built by BR Derby from 1958 to 1961, with a final production quantity of 333 vehicles....
units, but were heavier - having been built out of steel.
Usage
Class 107 was used in the Scottish Region, where the Class remained for its service life. When new, a number were used on Dundee/Arbroath services. In later years, they were used almost exclusively on services radiating from Glasgow Central to such destinations as Barrhead, East Kilbride, and Kilmacolm, and - prior to electrification - on Glasgow/Ayrshire services (especially Largs). Most were withdrawn from service by 1991.Many of the units went into departmental use after being withdrawn from passenger use. The class suffered from a structural problem, however, which could result in the bodies separating from the chassis under heavy braking.
Orders
| Lot No. | Car Type | Qty | Fleet number | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30611 | Driving Motor Brake Second (DMBS) | 26 | 51985–52010 | |
| 30612 | Driving Motor Composite with lavatory (DMCL) | 26 | 52011–52036 | |
| 30613 | Trailer Second with lavatory (TSL) | 26 | 59782–59807 | |
Originally, there were no fixed set formations, but eventually, sets were numbered as 107425-449 in DMBS order (the DMCLs & TSLs were formed into the sets at random). Renumbered to 107725-749 in 1988 to avoid confusion of set numbers with new 156 units which also had 4xx numbers. Renumbered again to 107025-049 about 1990 to avoid similar confusion with new class 158s numbered in 7xx series.
Other technical details
- Coupling Code: Blue Square
- Transmission: Standard mechanical
For coupling codes see British United Traction
British Rail British United Traction
British United Traction was a joint company owned by the Associated Equipment Company and Leyland Motors which produced railway equipment and trolleybuses. It was established in 1946.-Products:...
Preservation
Several examples of the class have entered preservation.| Number | Vehicle type | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 51990 | DMBS | Strathspey Railway |
| 51993 | DMBS | Tanat Valley Light Railway Tanat Valley Light Railway The Tanat Valley Light Railway was a long standard gauge light railway connecting Llangynog with Blodwel in Wales. It opened in 1903 and closed in January 1964.-History:... |
| 52005 | DMBS | Nene Valley Railway Nene Valley Railway The Nene Valley Railway is a preserved railway in Cambridgeshire, England, running between Peterborough Nene Valley and Yarwell Junction. The line is currently seven and a half miles in length... |
| 52006 | DMBS | Avon Valley Railway Avon Valley Railway The Avon Valley Railway is a three-mile-long heritage railway based at Bitton station in South Gloucestershire, England, not far from Bristol and is run by a local group: The Avon Valley Railway Company Ltd. The railway follows the Avon Valley south-east from Oldland Common, through Bitton and... |
| 52008 | DMBS | Strathspey Railway |
| 52012 | DMC | Tanat Valley Light Railway Tanat Valley Light Railway The Tanat Valley Light Railway was a long standard gauge light railway connecting Llangynog with Blodwel in Wales. It opened in 1903 and closed in January 1964.-History:... |
| 52025 | DMC | Avon Valley Railway Avon Valley Railway The Avon Valley Railway is a three-mile-long heritage railway based at Bitton station in South Gloucestershire, England, not far from Bristol and is run by a local group: The Avon Valley Railway Company Ltd. The railway follows the Avon Valley south-east from Oldland Common, through Bitton and... |
| 52029 | DMC | Llanelli and Mynydd Mawr Railway Llanelli and Mynydd Mawr Railway The Llanelli and Mynydd Mawr Railway is a heritage railway which aims to re-instate as much as possible of the former Llanelly and Mynydd Mawr Railway which closed in 1989. The Llanelly and Mynydd Mawr Railway, earlier known as the Carmarthenshire Tramroad was established in 1802 in Wales by an... |
| 52030 | DMC | Strathspey Railway |
| 52031 | DMC | Nene Valley Railway Nene Valley Railway The Nene Valley Railway is a preserved railway in Cambridgeshire, England, running between Peterborough Nene Valley and Yarwell Junction. The line is currently seven and a half miles in length... |
| 59791 | TS | Nene Valley Railway Nene Valley Railway The Nene Valley Railway is a preserved railway in Cambridgeshire, England, running between Peterborough Nene Valley and Yarwell Junction. The line is currently seven and a half miles in length... |