A class

The A class was rebuilt from the B class by V/line as part of the New Deal. it was planned to rebuild all 26 B classes but as the cost of rebuilding a B into an A almost equilled the cost of a new N class so the project was called off and the parts orderd for A class conversions were used in the new N class locomotives. The new A class's kept their old B class number when converted.

Drive Type: Diesel Electric - DC

Engine: EMD 12-645E3B

Generator: EMD AR10-A4-D18

                Later replaced with CA5

Traction Motors: EMD D57

                         EMD D78

Horse Power: 2,480hp

Weight: 121t

Max rated speed: 133km/h

Builders Model: AAT22C-2R