NZR C class

Built by NZR

Weight

40 t

88,185 lb

Length

16.6 m

54 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1930–1931

Axle arrangement

1'C1' n2

Overview of the NZR C class

Discover the enduring charm of the NZR C class locomotive, a classic steam engine that once served the New Zealand Railways Department.

Built between 1930 and 1931, this impressive 2-6-2 Whyte notation locomotive boasts a 1067 mm gauge, a length of 16.6 meters, and a weight of 40 tons. Its robust design and 68 kN tractive effort made it a reliable workhorse.

With its distinctive 1'C1' UIC axle arrangement, the NZR C class embodies a significant era of railway history in New Zealand. Explore the legacy of this iconic steam locomotive.

NZR C class technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	NZR · 1930–1931
Tractive effort	68 kN15,287 lbf	15,287 lbf
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	1'C1' n2
Whyte notation	2-6-2
Length	16.6 m54 ft 6 in	54 ft 6 in
Weight	40 t88,185 lb	88,185 lb