© trainspo.comGoninan CityRail C set
Built by Goninan
Overview of the Goninan CityRail C set
Explore the CityRail C set, a versatile DMU that played a key role in Australian urban transport.
These trainsets, built by Goninan between 1986 and 1987, are characterized by their robust construction and practical dimensions.
With a gauge of 1435 mm and a car length of 20.38 meters, the CityRail C set offered efficiency and comfort for passengers.
Its dimensions, with a width of 3.04 meters and a height of 4.37 meters, ensured optimal integration into the existing rail network.
The CityRail C set is an iconic example of Australian railway engineering, contributing to urban mobility.
Made for the local market, this DMU represents an important piece of railway history in Australia.
Goninan CityRail C set technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Goninan · 1986–198714 units | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Car length | 20.38 m66 ft 10 in | |
| Width | 3.04 m10 ft 0 in | |
| Height | 4.37 m14 ft 4 in |
Operators of the Goninan CityRail C set
Railway companies that have operated the CityRail C set, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| CityRail | CityRail C set | Australia |
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