90 class
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Under a Ready Power contract like the 82 class, the 90 class were built by EMD Canada (9001 - 9031) in 1994, while new locomotives were obtained in 2006, built by EDI Rail Cardiff (NSW) (9032 - 9035).
Despite two manufacturers of the 90 class, the specifications remain the same. They have EMD 16-710G3A engines, allowing 3030kW (4060HP) of power, have a mass of 165t, have Co-Co axles and have a maximum speed of 115km/h.
The class were built similar to the NR class (actually the NR class were described as a version of the 90 class because of the similar exterior features), but weigh heavier and have more power. They can only be driven on one end. The 90 class have been restricted to coal haulage in the Hunter Valley due to its size and weight. They are usually found to be working in pairs, threes or fours, but also can be found coupled to the 82 class.
A large number of the class are named after Olympic sportsman from past Games.
9001 - 9031 are in the Freightcorp Livery, with Pacific National decals over the Freightcorp logo, while the 4 which were built by EDI have the Pacific National livery.
