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Diesel locomotive

English Electric WAGR C class

Built by English Electric

Power output
1,140 kW
1,529 hp
Length
15.09 m
49 ft 6 in
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
1962
3 units
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

Overview of the English Electric WAGR C class

Explore the iconic WAGR C class diesel locomotive, a true symbol of Western Australian rail transport.

Built in 1962 by English Electric, this robust machine boasts a powerful 1140 kW output and operates on 1067 mm (meter) gauge tracks.

With its impressive 15.09-meter length and Co'Co' axle configuration, it was a workhorse for the Western Australian Government Railways.

Discover the engineering and history behind this significant piece of Australian railway heritage.

English Electric WAGR C class technical specifications

Value
Built byEnglish Electric · 19623 units
Power output1,140 kW1,529 hp
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length15.09 m49 ft 6 in
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Operators of the English Electric WAGR C class

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

OperatorClassCountry
Western Australian Government RailwaysWAGR CAustralia

English Electric WAGR C class photos

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