British Rail Class 487
| British Rail Class 487 | |
|---|---|
 Class 487 at NRM | |
| In service | 1940-1993 |
| Manufacturer | English Electric |
| Built at | Dick, Kerr works, Preston |
| Number built | 28 vehicles (12 DMBSO, 16 TSO) |
| Formation | One DMBSO, or two DMBSO flanking up to 3 TSO |
| Fleet numbers | DMBSO: 51–62 TSO: 71–86 |
| Capacity | DMBSO: 40 seats, 40 standing TSO: 52 seats, 52 standing |
| Operator(s) | British Rail Southern Region Network SouthEast |
| Specifications | |
| Car length | 14.33 m (47 ft 0 in) 49 ft 1+3⁄4 in (14.98 m) |
| Width | 8 ft 7+3⁄4 in (2.64 m) |
| Height | 9 ft 7 in (2.92 m) |
| Maximum speed | 35 mph |
| Power output | EE 190 hp (140 kW) traction motor, 2 off |
| Track gauge | Standard |
The British Rail Class 487 electric multiple units were built by English Electric in 1940, for use on the Waterloo & City Line.
