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Diesel locomotive

PN XR class

Built by Freight Australia, PN

Top speed
115 km/h
71 mph
Weight
124 t
273,373 lb
Length
18.34 m
60 ft 2 in
Years built
2004–2006
9 units
Axle arrangement
Co'Co'

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
Built byFreight Australia, PN · 2004–20069 units
Top speed115 km/h71 mph
Tractive effort385 kN86,551 lbf
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length18.34 m60 ft 2 in
Weight124 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.

OperatorClassCountry
Pacific NationalPN XRAustralia

PN XR class photos

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