© trainspo.comDowner Rail GT42CU AC
Built by EDI Rail
Overview of the Downer Rail GT42CU AC
Discover the robust GT42CU AC diesel locomotive, a powerful and efficient machine designed for demanding rail operations.
Built by EDI Rail in 2004, this impressive locomotive showcases modern engineering with its substantial 2425 kW power output and a formidable tractive effort of 600 kN.
Operating on a 1067 mm gauge and featuring a Co'Co' axle arrangement, the GT42CU AC ensures excellent stability and traction, making it ideal for heavy-duty freight services.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and weighing in at 120 tonnes, it is built to handle challenging routes and significant loads.
Currently serving with Pacific National in Australia under the PN PN class, the GT42CU AC is a testament to reliability and performance in the rail industry.
Its robust design and capabilities make it a crucial component for optimizing transportation logistics and ensuring efficient cargo movement.
Downer Rail GT42CU AC technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | EDI Rail · 200413 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 2,425 kW3,252 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 600 kN134,885 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Weight | 120 t264,554 lb |
Operators of the Downer Rail GT42CU AC
Railway companies that have operated the GT42CU AC, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific National | PN PN | Australia |
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