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Steam locomotive

Hunslet Engine NZR Y class

Built by Hunslet Engine

Weight
23 t
50,706 lb
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge

Overview of the Hunslet Engine NZR Y class

Explore the captivating NZR Y class steam locomotive, a true testament to historical engineering and enduring charm.

Crafted by Hunslet Engine, this robust locomotive boasts a 1067 mm gauge and weighs in at 23 tonnes, making it a distinctive presence on heritage railway lines.

Currently cherished and operational at the Glenbrook Vintage Railway as the GVR Y, it offers a tangible connection to a bygone era of rail travel.

Perfect for enthusiasts and history buffs alike, the NZR Y class steam locomotive promises an unforgettable journey into the past.

Hunslet Engine NZR Y class technical specifications

Value
Built byHunslet Engine
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
Weight23 t50,706 lb

Operators of the Hunslet Engine NZR Y class

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

OperatorClassCountry
Glenbrook Vintage RailwayGVR YNew Zealand

Hunslet Engine NZR Y class photos

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