The DF class were built by GM in Canada and introduced from 1979. In 1990's were upgraded with turbo etc to GT22 MC. 7008 is the class leader and the only one painted in original phase 1 KiwiRail ... (more)
DC class locomotives were rebuilt with new cabs and prime movers from EMD G12 model (DA class) first introduced in 1955. Most are still in service, a testimony to EMD quality!
The DL class were built by CNR Dalian Locomotive & Rolling Stock in China from 2010 to 2014 with 3500Hp MTU motors. Reported to be the first order for diesel locomotives from a western railroad an... (more)
DC 4605 leads 4300 through Fernlea, Palmerston North bound for Oringi Milk Transfer. The train will return about 2 hours later loaded with milk for the milk powder factory at Whareroa. With expan... (more)