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British Rail Class 158 158849 British Rail Regional Railways Blue & Grey

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Left track display view

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Close up of insignia

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Close up of cab

Class & Prototype

Class: British Rail Class 158
Traction: Diesel Multiple Unit
Built: 1989-1992
Total Built: 182

The British Rail Class 158 Express Sprinter transformed UK regional rail from 1990, with 182 units built by BREL Derby (1989-1992) featuring 90 mph capability, air conditioning, and airline-style seating. With 181 units still operational in 2025 across six TOCs, they remain Britain's most successful regional DMU. Bachmann's award-winning OO gauge models and Graham Farish N gauge offerings provide 15+ livery options spanning BR Regional Railways through contemporary operators.

No prototype found.

Operator & Livery

Operator: British Rail Regional Railways
Livery: Blue & Grey