Spa Valley Railway, West Station, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 5QY
Telephone: 01892 537715
Email spavalleyrailway@email.com

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BR Class 115 DMMU
Nos. 51669 + 51849

BR Derby - Built 1960
British Railways, Derby, England
Engines - 2 Leyland Albion 200 hp Diesel
Weight - 38 Tons

 A 2-car diesel mechanical multiple unit built in 1960 at Derby by British Railways. The Class 115 Diesel Mechanical Multiple Units were constructed for use on the Chiltern Lines out of Marylebone to Banbury and Aylesbury. Daily Maintenance was carried out at Marylebone Diesel Depot, whilst Bletchley depot was responsible for the heavy maintenance. Replacement of the Class 115 came about in 1992 when the Class 165 Turbo’s  took over the duties on the Marylebone line. This two car set were preserved at the Colne Valley Railway by Suburban Preservation, and moved to the Spa Valley Railway in November 1999 on long term loan. 

Livery - BR DMU green

Current Status - No. 51669 is undergoing restoration. No. 51849 awaits restoration.

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Last Updated 5 June 2003. İM. Dives