The New Zealand EW class[nb 1] locomotive was a type of electric locomotive used in Wellington, New Zealand. The classification "E W " was due to their being electric locomotives allocated to Wellington. [1] . For two decades until the introduction of the D X class diesel locomotives in 1972 they were the most powerful locomotives in New Zealand.

This model is based on EW1806 which is preserved by Ferrymead in Christchurch. The EW ( Electric, Wellington ) were introduced t o N.Z.R in 1952 and servived through to 1988, when they were all withdrawn from service.

Locomotives of New Zealand is a complete list of all locomotive classes that operate or have operated in New Zealand's railway network. It does not include locomotives used on bush tramways. All New Zealand 's main-line locomotives run on a …

The delivery of EW 1805 to Mainline steam in Plimmerton. Shots on Pukerua Bay bank and Paekakariki.Introduced in 1952 the EW class spent their lives in thee ...

The EW class was introduced in 1952 and were the most powerful locomotive on New Zealand Railways. They were also noteworthy for their articulated bodies and Bo-Bo-Bo wheel arrangement.

Media in category "NZR EW class" The following 4 files are in this category, out of 4 total.

Ew.1801 & Ed.102. NZR electric locos awaiting their next duty in Wellington depot - 12 April 1966. 8620. NSW '86' class electric locomotive standing at Broadmeadow - 2 June 1984. DDIU's. Two official trains at Newcastle station for opening of electrification - 3 June 1984 DDIU.U 22. NSW double-deck interurban at Newcastle station showing ...

The New Zealand EW class locomotive was a type of electric locomotive used in Wellington, New Zealand. The classification "EW" was due to their being electric locomotives allocated to Wellington. For two decades until the advent of the DX class they were the most powerful locomotives in New Zealand.

2017年6月24日 · NZR DX (General Electric U26C) After many delays & other locomotive projects getting in the way the DX in its original form gets priority. This time things are differ...

2012年1月5日 · English: NZR electric locomotive Ew 1806 in the Moorhouse station yard at the Ferrymead Heritage Park.