Clyde Engineering New Zealand DC class

Built by EMD, GMD

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

1,230 kW

1,649 hp

Weight

82 t

180,779 lb

Length

14.1 m

46 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1955–1967

Overview of the Clyde Engineering New Zealand DC class

Discover the robust New Zealand DC class locomotive, a powerful diesel-electric model built by EMD and GMD between 1955 and 1967.

This versatile locomotive, with a 1067mm gauge, boasts a top speed of 100 km/h and an impressive power output of 1230 kW.

Known also as the G12 series, the DC class was engineered for heavy-duty service on New Zealand's railways, forming a vital part of the country's rail heritage.

Measuring 14.1 meters in length and weighing 82 tonnes, this locomotive is adept at handling both freight and passenger transport.

Refurbishments undertaken by Clyde Engineering and NRZ between 1978 and 1981 have further enhanced the durability and performance of these iconic machines.

The DC class stands as a remarkable testament to engineering prowess and reliability in New Zealand's rail operations.

Clyde Engineering New Zealand DC class technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	G12
Built by	EMD, GMD · 1955–1967
Refurbished	Clyde Engineering, NRZ 1978 - 1981 (85)
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	1,230 kW1,649 hp	1,649 hp
Tractive effort	140 kN31,473 lbf	31,473 lbf
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	(A1A)(A1A)
Length	14.1 m46 ft 3 in	46 ft 3 in
Width	3.01 m9 ft 11 in	9 ft 11 in
Height	4.3 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	82 t180,779 lb	180,779 lb

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Operators of the Clyde Engineering New Zealand DC class

Railway companies that have operated the New Zealand DC class, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
KiwiRail Holdings Limited	KiwiRail DC	New Zealand
KiwiRail Holdings Limited	KiwiRail DCP	New Zealand
MAXX Auckland	MAXX DC	New Zealand
Tranz Rail Holdings Ltd	Tranz Rail DCP	New Zealand