Class 89 Profile and Models
89001 at Barrow Hill in July 2007. ©Clagmaster
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The British Rail Class 89 is a prototype electric locomotive. The Class 89 was designed by Brush Traction, Loughborough to meet a specification issued by British Rail. BR subsequently changed the requirements of this specification, but not before Brush had committed to building the prototype locomotive. It was used on test-trains on both the West Coast and East Coast Main Lines. The locomotive was fitted with advanced power control systems and developed more than 6,000 bhp. After being withdrawn in 1992, it was returned to service in 1996, before being again withdrawn in 2000. As of 2022, it is in the final stages of an overhaul that will return it to the main line. |
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Type of Locomotive |
Electric - 25 kV AC Catenary |
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Builder |
BREL Crewe Works |
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Build Dates |
1986 |
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Total Built |
1 |
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Tractive Effort |
46,100 lbf |
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Power Output |
5,850 hp |
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Top Speed |
125 mph |
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Wheel Configuration |
Co-Co |
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Operated By |
British Rail GNER |
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Main Duties |
Express Passenger |
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In Service Until |
2000 |
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Surviving Examples |
1 |
OO Gauge (1:76 Scale)
Intercity
GNER - Great North Eastern Railway
Products awaiting categorisation
| Scale | Brand | Image | Construction Type | DCC Capability | Product Code | Product Title | Livery |
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| O Gauge (1:43 Scale) | Hattons Dreamlist |
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RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | Not set |
H7-89-Wish View |
Class 89 - Not yet made, add to your wishlist and we will inform you if this model is announced | Awaiting Categorisation |
