49 class
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The NSW 49 class were branchline locomotives, similar to the 48 class and 47 class. These locomotives have seen a lot of use around Parkes. The use for these locomotives were seasonal, and were quite trouble free riders.
The locomotives had a EMD EMD 8-567CR engine, EMD D25E generator, EMD D29 traction motors. They also were rated at 710kW/950HP, weighing in at 80t. They have a length of 15.35m, rode on standard gauge Co-Co bogies and had a top speed of 124km/h.
These locomotives were retired in the 1990s along with fellow classes in its generation. The classes were bought out by various rail companies, including Ritz Rail, Interail, CFCLA, Manildra Group and Patricks. Preserved Locomotives are:
- 4908 - 3801 Limited
- 4916 - NSW Rail Transport Museum
- 4918 - 3801 Limited
