Pakistan CLP class locomotive

The Pakistan CLP class locomotive was a class of diesel locomotives operated by Pakistan Railways between 1955 and 1985.

CLP class
Type and origin Builder Clyde Engineering, Sydney Serial number ML3-1 - ML3-9 Model Electro-Motive Diesel ML3 Build date 1955 Total produced 9
Specifications Configuration: ​  • UIC Co-Co Length 18.90 metres Loco weight 111.8 tonnes Fuel type Diesel Fuel capacity 5,891 litres Prime mover EMD 567BC
Performance figures Power output 1,119 kW (1,501 hp)
Career Numbers 2101 - 2109 Axle load class 19.3 tonnes Withdrawn 1984/85

History

In 1953, the Government of Australia funded the construction of nine Electro-Motive Diesel ML3 diesel locomotives by Clyde Engineering, Sydney for the Pakistan Railways under the Colombo Plan.^[1][2][3] They were derived from Commonwealth Railways GM class.^[4] All were withdrawn in 1984/85.^[5]

Class list

Number	Serial number	Name
2101	ML3-1	Canberra
2102	ML3-2	Melbourne
2103	ML3-3	Adelaide
2104	ML3-4	Brisbane
2105	ML3-5	Perth
2106	ML3-6	Sydney
2107	ML3-7	Newcastle
2108	ML3-8	Hobart
2109	ML3-9	Geelong