UTA MED
The Ulster Transport Authority Multi-Engined Diesel (UTA MED) was an early diesel powered railcar, used in Northern Ireland. The 12-mile Belfast-Bangor railway line had a well used passenger service and, being devoid of goods traffic, was chosen as the testing ground for the diesel railcar era. Before deciding to build its own railcars the UTA conducted an experiment by borrowing from the GNR(I). This was considered such a success that the UTA constructed its own experimental three-coach diesel railcar set at its Duncrue Street works, this being outshopped in late Spring 1951, ready for testing and driver training.
| Ulster Transport Authority Multi-Engined Diesel | |
|---|---|
A MED set arriving at Lisburn railway station in May 1976 | |
| In service | 1952–1978 |
| Manufacturer | UTA Duncrue Street |
| Replaced | Steam locomotives and carriages |
| Constructed | 1951–1952 |
| Number built | 28 power cars, 15 trailers |
| Number scrapped | All |
| Formation | 3 cars per set |
| Fleet numbers | Power cars: 8–35 |
| Operators | Ulster Transport Authority Northern Ireland Railways |
| Specifications | |
| Maximum speed | 70 mph (113 km/h) |
| Prime mover(s) | Associated Equipment Company Leyland |
| Power output | 165 hp (123 kW) |
| Track gauge | 1,600 mm (5 ft 3 in) |
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