Neilson and Company NZR H class

Built by Avonside Engine Company, Neilson and Company

Top speed

24 km/h

15 mph

Weight

35 t

77,162 lb

Length

7.3 m

23 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1875–1886

6 units

Axle arrangement

B1' n2

Overview of the Neilson and Company NZR H class

Discover the iconic NZR H class steam locomotive, a significant piece of New Zealand's railway history.

Built by Avonside Engine Company and Neilson and Company between 1875 and 1886, this robust engine was a workhorse for the New Zealand Railways Department.

Designed for a 1067 mm gauge, the NZR H class features a 0-4-2 Whyte notation and a top speed of 24 km/h, showcasing the engineering prowess of its era.

With a length of 7.3 meters and weighing 35 tons, this steam locomotive represents a vital chapter in New Zealand's transportation development.

Neilson and Company NZR H class technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Avonside Engine Company, Neilson and Company · 1875–18866 units
Top speed	24 km/h15 mph	15 mph
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	B1' n2
Whyte notation	0-4-2
Length	7.3 m23 ft 11 in	23 ft 11 in
Width	2.6 m8 ft 6 in	8 ft 6 in
Weight	35 t77,162 lb	77,162 lb