Clyde Engineering S class

Built by Clyde Engineering

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Power output

2,240 kW

3,004 hp

Weight

118 t

260,145 lb

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the Clyde Engineering S class

Discover the S class diesel locomotive, a powerful Australian railroad workhorse.

Built by Clyde Engineering, this robust locomotive is designed for efficiency and performance, boasting a substantial power output of 2240 kW.

With a top speed of 90 km/h and a formidable tractive effort of 331 kN, the S class is well-equipped for heavy hauling. Its Co'Co' wheel arrangement and 1067 mm gauge ensure excellent stability and maneuverability on Australian railway networks.

Operating with the Australian Railroad Group as the ARG S class, this diesel locomotive weighs in at 118 tons, representing a significant piece of Australian railway engineering history.

Clyde Engineering S class technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Clyde Engineering
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Power output	2,240 kW3,004 hp	3,004 hp
Tractive effort	331 kN74,412 lbf	74,412 lbf
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Weight	118 t260,145 lb	260,145 lb