Clyde Engineering C17

Built by Ipswich, Armstrong Whitworth, Clyde Engineering

Length

16.29 m

53 ft 5 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1920–1953

227 units

Axle arrangement

2′D' h2

Overview of the Clyde Engineering C17

Discover the C17 steam locomotive, a workhorse of Australian railway history.

This impressive locomotive, known for its 4-8-0 wheel arrangement, was built by renowned manufacturers such as Ipswich, Armstrong Whitworth, and Clyde Engineering between 1920 and 1953.

With a gauge of 1067 mm and a length of 16.29 meters, the C17 played a significant role for Queensland Rail, as the Downs Explorer, and at the Zig Zag Railway.

Experience the power and reliability of this iconic steam locomotive.

Ideal for railway enthusiasts and collectors interested in the era of steam traction.

Clyde Engineering C17 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Ipswich, Armstrong Whitworth, Clyde Engineering · 1920–1953227 units
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	2′D' h2
Whyte notation	4-8-0
Length	16.29 m53 ft 5 in	53 ft 5 in