Pacific National XRB class
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The XRB class diesel electric locomotives were introduced by Pacific National
in 2005. Built at the South Dynon workshops in Victoria, the XRB class are mechanically similar to the XR class, but are B unit
s without driving cabs. The class are primarily used as middle units on standard gauge
interstate freight trains. It is unknown whether more units will be introduced into this class. Hostlers controls are fitted for moving the locomotive about yards and depots, but in main line usage it must be led by a locomotive with a conventional driving cab.
Pacific National
Pacific National is one of Australia's largest private rail freight businesses. Originally a joint venture between Patrick Corporation and Toll Holdings; it is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Asciano Limited following the restructure of Toll Holdings....
in 2005. Built at the South Dynon workshops in Victoria, the XRB class are mechanically similar to the XR class, but are B unit
B unit
A "B" unit, in railroad terminology, is a locomotive unit which does not have a driving cab, or crew compartment, and must therefore be controlled from another, coupled locomotive with a driving cab . The term booster unit is also used. The concept was largely confined to North America...
s without driving cabs. The class are primarily used as middle units on standard gauge
Standard gauge
The standard gauge is a widely-used track gauge . Approximately 60% of the world's existing railway lines are built to this gauge...
interstate freight trains. It is unknown whether more units will be introduced into this class. Hostlers controls are fitted for moving the locomotive about yards and depots, but in main line usage it must be led by a locomotive with a conventional driving cab.
Locomotives
| Locomotive | Entered service | Owner | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| XRB560 | Pacific National - Intermodal | In Service | |
| XRB561 | 1 June 2006 | Pacific National - Intermodal | In Service |
| XRB562 | Pacific National - Intermodal | In Service |
See also
- Victorian Railways X class (diesel)Victorian Railways X class (diesel)The Victorian Railways X class mainline diesel electric locomotives were built by Clyde Engineering from 1966, with a further two orders being placed in 1970 and 1975...
- Victorian XR class (diesel)
- B unitB unitA "B" unit, in railroad terminology, is a locomotive unit which does not have a driving cab, or crew compartment, and must therefore be controlled from another, coupled locomotive with a driving cab . The term booster unit is also used. The concept was largely confined to North America...