© trainspo.comHunslet Engine NSW Z27
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Overview of the Hunslet Engine NSW Z27
Discover the impressive NSW Z27 steam locomotive, a true piece of engineering from 1913.
This locomotive, crafted by Hunslet Engine, is an outstanding example of the 2-6-0 build type and features a 1435 mm gauge.
With a length of 16.58 meters and a weight of 45 tons, the NSW Z27 is an imposing sight, continuing its history at the NSW Rail Transport Museum in Australia.
Experience the fascination of the steam era with this historic locomotive, an icon of railway history.
Hunslet Engine NSW Z27 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Hunslet Engine · 19138 units | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'C' n2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-6-0 | |
| Length | 16.58 m54 ft 5 in | |
| Weight | 45 t99,208 lb |
Operators of the Hunslet Engine NSW Z27
Railway companies that have operated the NSW Z27, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| NSW Rail Transport Museum | NSWRTM Z27 | Australia |
Hunslet Engine NSW Z27 photos
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