Class 153 single-car DMU

The Class 153 single-car DMUs were introduced in 1991 when BR awarded a contract to Hunslet-Barclay to convert two-car Class 155 units (introduced in 1987-1988) into single-car trains with the addition of a new driving cab at the inner ends. 70 were completed and have worked across the railway network with Regional Railways and post-privatisation with Train Operating Companies including Central Trains, First Great Western, ScotRail and - most recently - the Network Rail test train fleet. Read our full collection of Class 153 news, reviews and features here.

Heljan reveals 'O' Class 153 railcar

Heljan has revealed that it is developing an all-new ‘O’ gauge Class 153 single-coach railcar, with the project already at the Engineering Prototype (EP) stage of the process.

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Hornby's ScotRail Highland Explorer Class 153

Hornby’s venerable ‘OO’ gauge Class 153 diesel railcar returns for its latest outing in ScotRail active travel livery.

Dapol shares Class 153 artwork

Dapol has revealed artwork for its forthcoming ‘N’ gauge Class 153 diesel multiple units in former Wessex Trains and Arriva Trains Wales colour schemes.