The DL class were built by CNR Dalian Locomotive & Rolling Stock in China from 2010 to 2014 with 3500Hp MTU motors. The electrification for Metlink trains serving the capital extends to Waikanae just north of the photo location. |
Build: | CNR Dalian 2009 (40) |
Top speed: | 100 km/h |
Gauge: | 1067 mm |
UIC axles: | Co'Co' |
Length: | 18.51 m |
Weight: | 108 t |
Axle load: | 18 t |
Prime mover: | MTU 20V 4000 R43 |
Power output: | 2700 kW |
Tractive effort: | 370 kN |
Source: | en.wikipedia.org |
The DL class were built by CNR Dalian Locomotive & Rolling Stock in China from 2010 to 2014 with 3500Hp MTU motors. The DFT class (EMD GT22) were originally built in Canada in 1979. Train 243 will arrive in Wellington more than 12 hours later. Karaka bank is the first test for locomotives on heavy trains on this route. After Hamilton many t .. More |