TGR TasRail Y class

Built by TGR

Top speed

80 km/h

50 mph

Power output

600 kW

805 hp

Weight

59 t

130,073 lb

Length

12.7 m

41 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1961–1971

8 units

Overview of the TGR TasRail Y class

Explore the robust TasRail Y class locomotive, a powerful diesel locomotive designed for efficient rail transport.

With a top speed of 80 km/h and an impressive power output of 600 kW, this locomotive is built for the challenges of the rails.

Constructed between 1961 and 1971, the Y class features a Bo'Bo' axle arrangement and a 1067 mm gauge, making it ideal for various rail networks, particularly in Australia with operators like Tasmanian Railway.

This locomotive represents reliability and performance in the world of rail freight.

TGR TasRail Y class technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Y class
Built by	TGR · 1961–19718 units
Top speed	80 km/h50 mph	50 mph
Power output	600 kW805 hp	805 hp
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	12.7 m41 ft 8 in	41 ft 8 in
Weight	59 t130,073 lb	130,073 lb