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Diesel locomotive

Goninan BHP 37 class

Built by Goninan

Top speed
48 km/h
30 mph
Length
10.3 m
33 ft 10 in
Years built
1960–1983
22 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Goninan BHP 37 class

Discover the robust BHP 37 class diesel locomotive, a workhorse designed for demanding Australian railway operations.

Originally known as the 80-ton series, these powerful machines were built by Goninan from 1960 to 1983, with 22 units entering service.

Its compact design, measuring 10.3 meters in length, and a top speed of 48 km/h make it perfectly suited for shunting and light freight duties.

The Bo'Bo' UIC axle arrangement provides exceptional traction and maneuverability on the tracks.

This historically significant locomotive, also identified as JRW 37, played a vital role in the operations of the Junee Railway Workshop.

Goninan BHP 37 class technical specifications

Value
Series80-ton
Built byGoninan · 1960–198322 units
Top speed48 km/h30 mph
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length10.3 m33 ft 10 in
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Operators of the Goninan BHP 37 class

Railway companies that have operated the BHP 37 class, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Junee Railway WorkshopJRW 37Australia

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