Toshiba NZR DSG class

Built by Toshiba

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Power output

700 kW

939 hp

Length

13.5 m

44 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1981–1983

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Toshiba NZR DSG class

Discover the NZR DSG class diesel locomotive, a robust and efficient machine built by Toshiba between 1981 and 1983.

Boasting a power output of 700 kW and a tractive effort of 130 kN, this locomotive served New Zealand's rail network with operators like KiwiRail, Toll Holdings, and Tranz Rail.

The NZR DSG class, featuring a Bo'Bo' axle configuration and operating on a 1067 mm gauge, exemplifies specialized railway engineering. Its design allows for a top speed of 60 km/h, making it a dependable choice for various freight and operational tasks.

Explore the history and technical details of this notable diesel locomotive that left its mark on New Zealand's railways. A true icon of Kiwi railroading.

Toshiba NZR DSG class technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Toshiba · 1981–1983
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Power output	700 kW939 hp	939 hp
Tractive effort	130 kN29,225 lbf	29,225 lbf
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	13.5 m44 ft 3 in	44 ft 3 in

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Operators of the Toshiba NZR DSG class

Railway companies that have operated the NZR DSG class, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
KiwiRail Holdings Limited	KiwiRail DSG	New Zealand
Toll Holdings New Zealand Limited	Toll NZ DSG	New Zealand
Tranz Rail Holdings Ltd	Tranz Rail DSG	New Zealand