Class 68 Profile and Models
68002 at Tamworth in November 2019. ©Clagmaster
The Class 68 is a mainline mixed-traffic diesel-electric locomotive manufactured by Stadler Rail (and previously Vossloh Espana) for Direct Rail Services in the UK. The design is based on Stadler's existing "Eurolight" platform, with this variant being known as the "UK Light". The locomotives are highly capable for a variety of work across the UK, including use on heavy freight trains, nuclear flask workings as well as passenger operations. A number of the fleet are sub-leased to Chiltern Railways and TransPennine Express hauling Mk3 and Mk5 coach sets respectively. Two members of the class also worked on ScotRail's FIfe Circle Route, hauling Mk2 coaching stock, but due to the stock not meeting PRM-TSI regulations they ceased operation in 2020. |
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Type of Locomotive |
Diesel-Electric |
Builder |
Vossloh España Stadler Rail |
Build Dates |
2013 to 2017 |
Total Built |
34 |
Tractive Effort |
71,000 lbf |
Power Output |
3,800 hp |
Top Speed |
100 mph |
Wheel Configuration |
Bo-Bo |
Operated By |
Abellio ScotRail Chiltern Railways Direct Rail Services TransPennine Express |
Main Duties |
Mixed Traffic |
In Service Until |
Present |
Surviving Examples |
34 |
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 | RTR/RTUse/Pre-assembled | Not set |
H7-68-Wish View |
Class 68 - Not yet made, add to your wishlist and we will inform you if this model is announced | Awaiting Categorisation |