AEC Railcar
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The AEC Railcar is a diesel locomotive in the UK Railway Set.
Statistics and information
| Type: | Diesel Railcar | 
|---|---|
| Introduction: | 1935 | 
| Withdrawal: | 1975 | 
| Speed: | 60mph | 
| Power: | 260hp | 
| Weight: | 29t | 
| Tractive Effort: | 35kN | 
| Capacity: | 30 passengers; refittable to any express cargo. | 
| Replaces: | |
| Replaced By: | Metro Cammell DMU | 
Special GRF features
- Comes as a double-ended railcar when bought. Place a second railcar in the train to make them single-ended.
 
Prototype information
Diesel-powered railcars were trialled by the GWR in the years before WWII, somewhat inspired by the German Flying Hamburger. They were a success, with 38 built in total, including parcel carriers and double-sets.Similar locomotives
The LMS also had experimental rail cars, but they were not so successful or well-known.
