Clyde Engineering New South Wales C3000

Built by Clyde Engineering, Leeds Forge Company, Walsh Island Dockyard

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1925–1937

Overview of the Clyde Engineering New South Wales C3000

Discover the New South Wales C3000, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) that played a significant role in Australian railway history. Built between 1925 and 1937 by renowned manufacturers Clyde Engineering, Leeds Forge Company, and Walsh Island Dockyard, this locomotive is a testament to the engineering prowess of its era.

Operating on a 1435 mm gauge and powered by a 1.5 kV DC electrical system, the C3000 offered an efficient and dependable solution for passenger transport. Its robust construction and dimensions, featuring car lengths of 18.75 meters, a width of 3.15 meters, and a height of 3.92 meters, highlight its imposing and practical design.

As a key part of the "Transport for New South Wales" (TfNSW) fleet, the TfNSW C3000 class was instrumental in the expansion and development of the region's railway networks. This locomotive stands as a remarkable piece of Australia's railway heritage, ready to be explored.

Clyde Engineering New South Wales C3000 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Clyde Engineering, Leeds Forge Company, Walsh Island Dockyard · 1925–1937
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Car length	18.75 m61 ft 6 in	61 ft 6 in
Width	3.15 m10 ft 4 in	10 ft 4 in
Height	3.92 m12 ft 10 in	12 ft 10 in