Cardiff GT46C-ACe

Built by Cardiff, Downer Rail

Top speed

115 km/h

71 mph

Power output

3,350 kW

4,492 hp

Length

21.2 m

69 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

2007

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the Cardiff GT46C-ACe

Discover the robust GT46C-ACe diesel locomotive, a powerful Co'Co' design built by Downer Rail in Cardiff starting in 2007. This impressive machine boasts a top speed of 115 km/h and delivers a significant 3350 kW of power, making it a workhorse for heavy hauling.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a length of 21.2 meters, the GT46C-ACe is a versatile locomotive. It has proven its reliability and strength across Australia with operators such as Aurizon, Pacific National, and SCT Logistics.

Powered by an EMD 16-710G3C-ES prime mover, it generates a formidable 500 kN of tractive effort. Explore the efficiency and capability of this modern diesel locomotive, ideal for demanding freight operations.

Cardiff GT46C-ACe technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	GT46C
Built by	Cardiff, Downer Rail · 2007
Top speed	115 km/h71 mph	71 mph
Power output	3,350 kW4,492 hp	4,492 hp
Tractive effort	500 kN112,405 lbf	112,405 lbf
Prime mover	EMD 16-710G3C-ES
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	21.2 m69 ft 7 in	69 ft 7 in

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Operators of the Cardiff GT46C-ACe

Railway companies that have operated the GT46C-ACe, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Aurizon	Aurizon GWA	Australia
Aurizon	Aurizon LDP	Australia
Pacific National	PN TT	Australia
Pacific National	PN TT1	Australia
Pacific National	PN WH	Australia
QR National	QRN LDP	Australia
SCT Logistics	SCT SCT	Australia
Southern Shorthaul Railroad	SSR MAN	Australia
Southern Shorthaul Railroad	SSR SSR	Australia
Whitehaven Coal	WHC WH	Australia