81 class

The 81 class was, at the time, the largest order of EMD locomotives outside of America. Over their life they have seen many duties in a lorge range of places. Surprisingly in their 25+ years of service there has only been one casualty, that being 8147 after a level crossing accident was badly burnt. The whole class is now owned by Pacific National.

Drive Type: Diesel Electric - DC

Engine: EMD 16-645E3B

Generator: EMD AR16

Traction Motors: EMD D77

Horse Power: 3,300hp

Weight: 126t

Max rated speed: 115km/h

Builders Model: JT26C-2SS