EMD Victorian Railways M class

Built by Victorian Railways, EMD

Top speed

20 km/h

12 mph

Power output

112 kW

150 hp

Weight

31 t

68,343 lb

Length

8.45 m

27 ft 9 in

Track gauge

1,600 mm

Irish gauge

Years built

1959

2 units

Overview of the EMD Victorian Railways M class

Explore the Victorian Railways M class diesel locomotive, a significant piece of Australian railway history.

Built by Victorian Railways and EMD in 1959, this C-class diesel locomotive boasts a power output of 112 kW and weighs 31 tonnes, making it a robust and reliable machine for its era.

Currently maintained by Steamrail Victoria, the M class continues its legacy in preserving railway heritage. It operates on a broad gauge of 1600 mm and features a distinctive UIC axle arrangement of C.

With a top speed of 20 km/h, this locomotive is ideal for shunting and heritage transport, offering a tangible connection to Australia's rich railway past.

EMD Victorian Railways M class technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Victorian Railways, EMD · 19592 units
Top speed	20 km/h12 mph	12 mph
Power output	112 kW150 hp	150 hp
Track gauge	1,600 mmIrish gauge5 ft 3 in	5 ft 3 in
UIC axle arrangement	C
Length	8.45 m27 ft 9 in	27 ft 9 in
Weight	31 t68,343 lb	68,343 lb