NZR EO class (1923)

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NZR EO class (1923)
Power type Electric
BuilderEnglish Electric, United Kingdom
Build date1923
UIC classificationBo-Bo
Gauge3' 6" ft, 1067mm
Length11.7 m
Total weight50 t
Electric systemOtira Tunnel 1,500 V DC
Traction motors4
Top speed64 km/h
Power output510 kW / 688 hp
Tractive effort63 kN
CareerNew Zealand Railways
ClassEO
Number in class5
Number2 - 6
LocaleOtira - Arthur's Pass
First run1923
Last run1968
DispositionWithdrawn; 1 preserved

The NZR EO class of 1923 were electric locomotives used on the steep Otira to Arthur's Pass section of the Midland Line. They were primarily for pulling trains through the 8.5 km Otira Tunnel to avoid the buildup of steam, smoke and soot.

There were replaced in April 1968 by the EA class locomotives. One was preserved at the Ferrymead Railway.

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References

  • Pasrsons, David, New Zealand Railway Motive Power 2002, (2002), Chapter 1, ISBN 0-908573-78-2