© trainspo.comPN XR class
Built by Freight Australia, PN
Overview of the PN XR class
Discover the powerful XR class diesel locomotive, engineered for heavy freight operations in Australia.
Operated by Pacific National under the designations "Pacific National XR" and "PN XR", these robust machines are built for demanding tasks.
With a top speed of 115 km/h and an impressive tractive effort of 385 kN, the XR class is a formidable presence on the rails.
Constructed between 2004 and 2006 by Freight Australia and PN, their Co'Co' axle arrangement ensures stability and power.
Measuring 18.34 meters long and weighing 124 tons, this locomotive is a significant asset to Australian rail transport.
Explore more details about this exceptional diesel locomotive at en.wikipedia.org.
PN XR class technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Freight Australia, PN · 2004–20069 units | |
| Top speed | 115 km/h71 mph | |
| Tractive effort | 385 kN86,551 lbf | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 18.34 m60 ft 2 in | |
| Weight | 124 t273,373 lb |
Operators of the PN XR class
Railway companies that have operated the XR class, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific National | PN XR | Australia |
PN XR class photos
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