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Diesel locomotive

Clyde Engineering V/Line A class

Built by Clyde Engineering

Top speed
133 km/h
83 mph
Power output
1,846 kW
2,476 hp
Weight
118 t
260,145 lb
Length
18.54 m
60 ft 10 in
Track gauge
1,600 mm
Irish gauge

Overview of the Clyde Engineering V/Line A class

Discover the V/Line A class, a formidable diesel locomotive celebrated for its robust performance and unwavering reliability on Australian railways.

Constructed by Clyde Engineering, this powerful engine boasts a top speed of 133 km/h, making it an efficient and swift workhorse for various rail operations.

With a generous 1600 mm gauge and a substantial weight of 118 tonnes, the V/Line A class is expertly engineered for the demands of the Australian rail network.

Its impressive length of 18.54 meters and a formidable power output of 1846 kW highlight its capability to handle significant loads with ease.

Serving with both V/Line and Pacific National (as the PN A class), this diesel locomotive plays a crucial role in both freight and passenger services across Australia.

Explore the detailed technical specifications and operational history of this resilient locomotive, with further information available on en.wikipedia.org.

Clyde Engineering V/Line A class technical specifications

Value
Built byClyde Engineering
Top speed133 km/h83 mph
Power output1,846 kW2,476 hp
Track gauge1,600 mmIrish gauge5 ft 3 in
Length18.54 m60 ft 10 in
Weight118 t260,145 lb

Operators of the Clyde Engineering V/Line A class

Railway companies that have operated the V/Line A class, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Pacific NationalPN AAustralia
V/LineV/Line AAustralia

Clyde Engineering V/Line A class photos

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