© trainspo.comAvonside Engine Company NZR L class
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Overview of the Avonside Engine Company NZR L class
Explore the historic NZR L class steam locomotive, a significant piece of New Zealand railway heritage.
This charming 2-4-0 locomotive, built by Avonside Engine Company, boasts a 1067 mm gauge and weighs 18 tonnes. Its unique Whyte notation of 2-4-0 and UIC classification of 2'B' n2 highlight its distinctive engineering.
Discover the operational legacy of the NZR L class, which served with the New Zealand Railways Department and can now be admired at the Glenbrook Vintage Railway, preserving its fascinating history for enthusiasts.
Avonside Engine Company NZR L class technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Avonside Engine Company | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'B' n2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-4-0 | |
| Weight | 18 t39,683 lb |
Operators of the Avonside Engine Company NZR L class
Railway companies that have operated the NZR L class, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Glenbrook Vintage Railway | GVR L | New Zealand |
| New Zealand Railways Department | NZR L | New Zealand |
Avonside Engine Company NZR L class photos
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