British Rail Class 125 facts for kids

The Class 125 was a special type of train built for British Rail in 1958. It was a "Diesel Multiple Unit," which means it had its own engine and could run by itself. These trains had three cars linked together. They were designed to carry many passengers on busy train lines.

What Was the Class 125 Train?

The Class 125 was a type of train called a Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU). It was made up of three connected cars. These trains were built in 1958 by a company called BR Derby. They were created specifically for British Rail.

Designed for Busy Routes

The Class 125 trains were known as "high-density" units. This means they were built to carry a large number of passengers. They were made especially for the Lea Valley Line. This particular line was very busy, so these trains helped move many people.

How They Looked and Ran

The Class 125 trains looked very similar to another type of train, the Class 116. They had two powerful Rolls-Royce engines. Each engine produced 238 horsepower. These trains could reach a top speed of 70 miles per hour (112 km/h).

Their Time on the Tracks

The Class 125 trains started running in 1958. They served the Lea Valley Line for many years. However, they were all taken out of service in 1977. Sadly, none of these trains exist today. They were all scrapped after they were withdrawn.

What Are TOPS Numbers?

Trains in Britain often have special identification numbers called TOPS numbers. TOPS stands for "Total Operations Processing System." It's a way to keep track of all the trains. The Class 125 trains never officially used their TOPS set numbers. This was common for many older DMU trains.