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Overview of the Clyde Engineering GT26C
Discover the robust GT26C diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse designed for demanding railway operations.
This versatile locomotive, also known as the GT26, boasts an impressive power output of 2460 kW and a substantial tractive effort of 337 kN.
Built by Clyde Engineering in 2001, the GT26C features a formidable weight of 137 tonnes and a length of 19.36 meters, ensuring stability and pulling power.
With a top speed of 134 km/h, it is well-suited for freight services and heavy hauling across Australia, serving operators like the Australian Railroad Group and Interail.
Explore the specifications and capabilities of this reliable diesel locomotive, a testament to efficient rail transport engineering.
Clyde Engineering GT26C technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | GT26 | |
| Built by | Clyde Engineering · 20012 units | |
| Top speed | 134 km/h83 mph | |
| Power output | 2,460 kW3,299 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 337 kN75,761 lbf | |
| Length | 19.36 m63 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 137 t302,033 lb |
Operators of the Clyde Engineering GT26C
Railway companies that have operated the GT26C, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Australian Railroad Group | ARG 31 | Australia |
| Australian Railroad Group | ARG L | Australia |
| Interail | Interail L | Australia |
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