© trainspo.comMKA AT26C-2M
Built by Clyde Engineering
Overview of the MKA AT26C-2M
Discover the robust AT26C-2M diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse with a rich operational history in Australia.
Built by Clyde Engineering between 1970 and 1972, and later refurbished by MKA in 1993, this locomotive boasts impressive specifications including a 2460 kW power output and a top speed of 130 km/h.
With a substantial weight of 129 tonnes and a length of 19.58 meters, the AT26C-2M is designed for demanding rail operations. Its Co'Co' wheel arrangement and 1435 mm gauge make it a versatile choice for various Australian rail networks, having served with operators like Australian Railroad Group, QR National, and Southern Shorthaul Railroad.
This reliable diesel loc is a testament to enduring railway engineering, contributing significantly to freight and other rail transport services across the continent.
MKA AT26C-2M technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | AT26 | |
| Built by | Clyde Engineering · 1970–197217 units | |
| Refurbished | MKA 1993 (7) | |
| Top speed | 130 km/h81 mph | |
| Power output | 2,460 kW3,299 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 19.58 m64 ft 3 in | |
| Weight | 129 t284,396 lb |
Operators of the MKA AT26C-2M
Railway companies that have operated the AT26C-2M, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Australian Railroad Group | ARG CLF | Australia |
| QR National | QRN CLF | Australia |
| Southern Shorthaul Railroad | SSR CLF | Australia |
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