Victorian Railways M class

Built by Victorian Railways, EMD

Top speed

20 km/h

12 mph

Power output

112 kW

150 hp

Weight

31 t

68,343 lb

Length

8.45 m

27 ft 9 in

Track gauge

1,600 mm

Irish gauge

Years built

1959

2 units

Overview of the Victorian Railways M class

Discover the robust Victorian Railways M class diesel locomotive, a powerful workhorse of Australian rail history.

Built by Victorian Railways in 1959, this C-classification locomotive boasts a compact design with a length of 8.45 meters and a weight of 31 tons.

Operating on a broad gauge of 1600 mm, it features a respectable power output of 112 kW, making it suitable for various railway operations.

Currently preserved and maintained by Steamrail Victoria, this M class locomotive stands as a testament to Australia's rich railway heritage.

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Victorian Railways, EMD · 19592 units
Top speed	20 km/h12 mph	12 mph
Power output	112 kW150 hp	150 hp
Track gauge	1,600 mmIrish gauge5 ft 3 in	5 ft 3 in
UIC axle arrangement	C
Length	8.45 m27 ft 9 in	27 ft 9 in
Weight	31 t68,343 lb	68,343 lb