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New Zealand Railways class E[h]C[/h]
When the NZR decided to electrify the Lyttelton tunnel near Christchurch due to the known problems with the operation of steam locomotives, they ordered six locomotives from English Electric. They were delivered in 19...
General
| Property | New Zealand Railways class E[h]C[/h]Remove |
|---|---|
| Built | 1928 |
| Manufacturers | English Electric |
| Wheel arrangement | B-B |
| Gauge | 1,067 mm (Cape gauge) |
Dimensions and weights
| Property | New Zealand Railways class E[h]C[/h]Remove |
|---|---|
| Service weight | 50 t |
| Adhesive weight | 50 t |
| Axle load | 12.5 t |
Power
| Property | New Zealand Railways class E[h]C[/h]Remove |
|---|---|
| Power source | electric - DC |
| Electric systems | 1.500 V |
| Continuous power | 888 kW (1,207 PS) |
| Top speed | 137 km/h |
Calculated values
| Property | New Zealand Railways class E[h]C[/h]Remove |
|---|---|
| Power-to-weight ratio | 17.8 kW/t |
| Adhesive weight/Total | 1 : 1.00 |
