British Rail Class 504
class of 26 British 2-car electric multiple units
The British Rail Class 504 was a unique type of electric multiple unit that ran on 1200 V DC third rail with side-contact current collection. The type was used only between Manchester and Bury.
| British Rail Class 504 | |
|---|---|
 A Class 504 train at Manchester Victoria station just weeks before closure for conversion to the Metrolink light rail system. | |
| In service | 1959-1991 |
| Manufacturer | BR |
| Number built | 26 sets power cars: M65436-M65461 driving trailers: M77157-M77182 |
| Formation | power car + driving trailer |
| Operator(s) | British Rail |
| Specifications | |
| Car length | 133ft 3 1/2in |
| Width | 9ft 3in |
| Height | 12ft 7in |
| Maximum speed | 70mph 112 km/h |
| Weight | Total - 82 tons |
| Power output | sources disagree - see discussion page |
| Electric system(s) | 1,200V dc side contact third rail |
| Track gauge | standard gauge |
