Clyde Engineering G26C-3

Built by EMD, Clyde Engineering

Top speed

134 km/h

83 mph

Power output

2,240 kW

3,004 hp

Weight

137 t

302,033 lb

Length

19.36 m

63 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the Clyde Engineering G26C-3

Discover the robust EMD G26C-3 diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse in Australian rail operations.

This versatile locomotive, built by EMD and Clyde Engineering, features a 1067 mm gauge and a Co'Co' wheel arrangement, making it ideal for heavy-duty freight transport.

With a top speed of 134 km/h and an impressive power output of 2240 kW, the G26C-3 delivers exceptional performance.

Its substantial weight of 137 tonnes and tractive effort of 337 kN ensure it can handle demanding railway conditions.

Seen in service with QR National in Australia under classes QRN LQ and QRN LZ, this EMD G26 series locomotive is a reliable and efficient choice for rail networks.

Clyde Engineering G26C-3 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	EMD G26
Built by	EMD, Clyde Engineering
Top speed	134 km/h83 mph	83 mph
Power output	2,240 kW3,004 hp	3,004 hp
Tractive effort	337 kN75,761 lbf	75,761 lbf
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	19.36 m63 ft 6 in	63 ft 6 in
Weight	137 t302,033 lb	302,033 lb