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Diesel locomotive

English Electric ML255C

Built by English Electric

Top speed
80 km/h
50 mph
Power output
1,750 kW
2,347 hp
Weight
92 t
202,825 lb
Length
17.12 m
56 ft 2 in
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1973
16 units

Overview of the English Electric ML255C

Explore the powerful and reliable ML255C diesel locomotive, a significant piece of Australian railway history.

Built by English Electric in 1973, this robust machine boasts a weight of 92 tonnes and a Co'Co' axle configuration, delivering an impressive 1750 kW of power for optimal on-track performance.

Measuring 17.12 meters in length and capable of reaching 80 km/h, the ML255C served with distinction for the Tasmanian Railway in Australia, identified as both TasRail ZP and TasRail ZR.

Its 1067 mm gauge highlights its specialized network compatibility. The ML255C stands as a testament to enduring strength in Australian rail transport. More technical details can be found at www.qrig.org.

English Electric ML255C technical specifications

Value
Built byEnglish Electric · 197316 units
Top speed80 km/h50 mph
Power output1,750 kW2,347 hp
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length17.12 m56 ft 2 in
Weight92 t202,825 lb

Operators of the English Electric ML255C

Railway companies that have operated the ML255C, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Tasmanian RailwayTasRail ZPAustralia
Tasmanian RailwayTasRail ZRAustralia

English Electric ML255C photos

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