Commonwealth Railways Locomotive Information Standard Gauge GMComrails Logo

Standard Gauge GM

GM 1 to 47

Jump to:

GM 1 to 11 GM 12 to 21 GM 22 to 26
GM 27 to 29 GM 30 to 39 GM 40 to 47
Class:GM
Builder:Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW
Introduced:19511955
Number in Class:11 36
Model:ML-1 (F class)A7/A16C (S class)
Wheel Arrangement:A1A-A1ACo-Co
Engine:Manufacture:GM EMDGM EMD
-Model:567B567C
Cylinders:Number:V16 (two stroke)V16 (two stroke)
-Bore & stroke:8½ in x 10 in.8½ in. x 10 in.
Horsepower:1625/15001950/1750
Traction Motors:Number:46
-Model:GM EMD-D 27
(GM1 - GM11)		GM EMD-D 37 (GM12 - GM21)
GM EMD-D 47 (GM22 - GM26)
GM EMD-D 57 (GM27 - GM29)
GM EMD-D 67 (GM30 - GM39)
GM EMD-D 77 (GM40 - GM47)
Generator:GM EMD-D 12GM EMD-D 12
Gear ratio:58:1958:19.
Tractive EffortStarting:41,440 lbs65,300 lbs
-Continuous:29,600 lbs at 15 mph49,500 lbs at 9 mph
Length (over coupling points):  
Maximum Axle Load:18½ tons19 tons
Total weight:106 tons114 tons
Fuel Capacity:1,500 gallons1,500 gallons
Maximum Speed:89 mph89 mph
More Pictures >
Trans-Australian with GM 1 and wooden cars, circa 1951

GM 1 -- Robert Gordon Menzies

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

22.9.1951Fitted with standard gauge bogies at Port Pirie after being delivered via Melbourne.
20.9.1951Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-1
16.10.1951Named Robert Gordon Menzies.
15.12.1952Damaged after first run of new Wegmann train.
1989Relegated to Port Augusta Workshop shunter.
3.1965Ceremony held at Port Augusta to commemorate 2,000,000 miles of service.
25.7.1975Ceremony to commemorate 3,000,000 miles of service. Painted in ANR livery.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 1 T" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. Classify Overland sleeping cars. (RS4173)".
12.4.1981Painted in Australian National livery.
11.4.1990Pushed into the dead end road at the Port Augusta station.
11.1993Removed from station to workshop.
1997Returned to service painted in Commonweatlh Railways livery.
30.5.1997 TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 1 T" in AN "Mainland Division".
Owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"108tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"A1A-A1A"
Original Cost:"$234590"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 3"
Date Built:"20.09.1951"
Operating System:"ON LOAN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1230kw"
Remarks:"ROBERT GORDON MENZIES"CITY OF P.AUGUSTA"
BSG Code:"LSSO"
12.10.2000Placed into long term storage at Islington Workshops. [cp 11.2000]
More Pictures >
9.11.1986 Wallaroo GM2 on Ghan consist

GM 2

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

17.11.1951Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-2
6.3.1990Hauled dead to Peterborough for storage in disel shop.
6.9.1990Hauled to Port Augusta after being stored at Peterbrough, then transferred to Dry Creek.
2.8.1991To Port Dock Station Railway Museum.
9.2001Repainted maroon and silver.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 2 F" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. Classify Overland sleeping cars. (RS4173)".
01.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "TS - battery maintenance - no charge in batteries - r.c.r.wiring repaired.".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "UN - MAIN GENERATOR FLASHOVER - FLASH ON MAIN GEN CLEANED.MAIN GEN HAS SHORT BRUSHES.".
23.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "UN - no fault found - brush inspection - t/motor & m/generator brushes checked ok.".
31.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - broken air cock - train pipe cock replaced by medfitters a/c broken. suspected cause ???.".
16.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "UN - general accident - loco examined,checked ok a/c level crossing accident.".
25.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "TS - engine - no 3.power assembly replaced a/c damaged piston.no 3.carrieralso replaced.".
05.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air blowing on devilbus-replaced stripped screws & checked ok.".
20.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - bottom cover on no.1 t/motor replaced. - ballast removed,motor cleaned/up megg.ok".
05.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - radiator holed - d/side no.4 radiator replaced,tested ok.".
24.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "WT - sent to Mile End for brake adjustment.".
26.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment - both draw gear couplings replaced a/c cracked.".
11.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "TS - no fault found - g/relays - m/generator & t/motors checked ok. - meggered 1 meg/ohmn,tested ok in depot.".
04.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - no.3 t/motor cleaned/up.(oil in motor) - several brushes replaced.(stuck down)".
04.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "UN - main generator flashover - slight flash/over - m/generator insulators cleaned/up. - m/gen meggered to 1 m/ohmn.".
10.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "B - wheels to run out a/c thickness & flange condition".
21.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation".
05.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" service defect: "A - general - retired loco - in storage pending decision.(a/c thin wheels)".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 2 F" in AN "Mainland Division".
Owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"108tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"A1A-A1A"
Original Cost:"$234590"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 3"
Date Built:"17.11.1951"
Operating System:"ON LOAN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1230kw"
Remarks:"W/O 31.03.90;ON LOAN PDSM"
BSG Code:"LSSO"
More Pictures >
30.9.1986 GM3 Jamestown hauling Alice crossing Indian Pacific 21.05.2012 GM3 T381 T363 at Kelso

GM 3 -- Ray E Purves

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

11.12.1951Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-3
23.4.1970Collision at Reid. Sent to Clyde for rebuild.
15.3.1971Returned to service.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 3 Y" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. Classify Overland sleeping cars. (RS4173)".
15.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 3 Y" service defect: "A - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
6.3.1990Hauled dead to Peterborough for storage in disel shop.
31.3.1990Written off.
6.9.1990Hauled to Port Augusta after being stored at Peterbrough.
7.9.1990To Clyde for preservation at Bathurst.
-Painted in "Commonwealth Railway" livery.
-Named Ray E Purves after former Clyde Managing Director.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 3 Y" in AN "Mainland Division".
Owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"108tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"A1A-A1A"
Original Cost:"$234590"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 3"
Date Built:"11.12.1951"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1230kw"
Remarks:"W/O 31.03.90;STORED FOR CLYDE"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
5.2012Southern Shorthaul Railroad purchased "GM 3 Y" from Downer Rail (in storage at Bathurst). [pq].
15.5.2012 Moved from EDI Facility at Kelso to Bowenfels for transfer to the control of Southern Shorthaul Railroad [pq].
More Pictures >
25.6.1990,Peterborough GM4 outside running shed

GM 4

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

3.1.195Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-4
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 4 A" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. Classify Overland sleeping cars. (RS4173)".
23.2.1990Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >
3.2.1986,GM5 green/gold GM28 maroon/silver Port Pirie

GM 5

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

26.1.1952Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-5
21.3.1965Collision at Cook. Sent to Clyde for rebuild.
2.6.1965Returned to service.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 5 J" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. Classify Overland sleeping cars. (RS4173)".
17.4.1987Hit by GM 47/GM 46 which had run away from Stirling North. GM 5/CL 4/AL 19, were stabled at the refueling point. GM 5 sustained extensive front nose damage.
23.2.1990Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >
A GM class engine hauling the piggy back train on the Marre line during the late 1950s

GM 6

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

20.2.1952Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-6
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 6 S" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. Classify Overland sleeping cars. (RS4173)".
14.1.1988Stored.
23.2.1990Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >

GM 7

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

8.3.1952Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-7
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 7 E" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. Classify Overland sleeping cars. (RS4173)".
06.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 7 E" service defect: "TW - bogie - hand brake chain replaced a/c broken ,replaced with GM -5 hand brake chain.".
27.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 7 E" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ac/dc relays - faulty relay - fuel/pump relay replaced.".
24.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 7 E" service defect: "B - engine - basket bolts - re-torqued.".
02.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 7 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogie change - bogies ex.gm3 installed.".
02.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 7 E" service defect: "UN - engine - load/test - completed to burn/out excess oil build/up.".
15.1.1991Hit by GM 22/CL 6 at Port Augusta. Caused middle body damaged which resulted in it being stored.
21.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 7 E" service defect: "UN - general accident - loco to be stored a/c - damaged.".
20.6.1991Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >
3.2.1986,GM8 maroon/silver Port Augusta workshops

GM 8

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

22.3.1952Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-8
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 8 N" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. Classify Overland sleeping cars. (RS4173)".
23.2.1990Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >
25.8.1976 - Telford - GM47 + GM46 crossing GM9

GM 9

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

19.4.1952Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-9
1.3.1988Stored Port Augusta.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 9 W" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. Classify Overland sleeping cars. (RS4173)".
23.2.1990Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >

GM 10 -- GNR 10

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

3.6.1952Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-10
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 10 S" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. Classify Overland sleeping cars. (RS4173)".
04.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "D - engine - service - elect/mech.service completed.".
21.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. voltage regulator - engine shutdown - loose wire connection on voltage regulatorrepaired enroute by technician.".
21.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - no fault found - engine shutdown - eng checked ok. engine oil in top deck ok.eng oil press at idle 75psi.".
30.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - transition tested ok,trial run ok.".
08.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - high resistant found in lrc interlock. sw interlock cleaned a/c high resistant. transition tested ok.".
27.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - no fault found - e.r.relay suspect - e.r.relay operation checked,not faulted.".
23.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "A - battery maintenance - 1 no.battery changed.".
23.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "A - bogie - l3.stabiliser replaced a/c u/s".
03.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - d/s no.3.radiator replaced a/c leaking.".
08.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment - front draw gear replaced a/c cracked.".
08.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - front air cock replaced a/c hit bullock.".
08.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - engine room window replaced.".
25.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - bogie - excess travel - brakes taken up/a/hole.".
25.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - fuel system - fuel in by/pass - fuel filters replaced.".
25.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - faulty cylinder - l.6 brk/cylinder repaired.".
11.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - to be profiled a/c no.6 wheel/set welded. (11/12)".
12.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "WT - brake adjust mile end".
17.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - flats on wheels - no flats visible.".
17.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - no fault found - LOCO SHUT/DOWN - BATTS.CHECKED & CHARGE RATE CHECKED OK.".
14.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - engine governor - low oil button not holding in - eng/govn.replaced. * govn.in 265955,govn.out 230520 *".
31.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - booked for shutting down in power.batteries flat,jump started.".
09.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - bogie - derailment repairs -".
22.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - hook/out,air cured,painted m/generator. - t/motors checked ok,5 meg/ohmns on h.t.".
03.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - bogie - brake straps -".
07.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - "A"end train pipe straightened.".
10.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - batteries suspect - batteries ok,charge rate checked ok.".
10.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - water leak - water drain pipe repaired.".
17.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "A - bogie - brake straps crack tested - l.5 outer strap replaced. - r.3 inner strap replaced.".
12.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "TS - bogie - broken strap - d/side no.1 inner brake strap replaced.".
26.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - fuel system - fuel in by/pass - spin/on filters changed.".
26.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo fault - unit changed/out.".
04.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - bogie - no.6 axle box u/s. loco stored.".
04.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheelslip.".
1993Being used as Port Augusta workshop shunter.
20.1.1994Stored Port Augusta.
-Sold to Great Northern Rail.
2000Returned to service in great Northern livery after being rebuilt.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 10 S" in AN "Mainland Division".
Owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"108tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"A1A-A1A"
Original Cost:"$234590"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 3"
Date Built:"03.06.1952"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1230kw"
Remarks:"STORED PUG 20.01.94"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
More Pictures >
1.1.1986, GM11 (green) and GM15 (silver) on Ghan Keswick

GM 11

Diesel locomotive with A1A-A1A wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

8.7.1952Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.ML1-11
-Fitted with auto-staff exchanger.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 11 E" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
10.12.1987Damaged in Parkeston yard derailment.
11.12.1987Stored.
23.2.1990Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >
GM12 and GM36, circa 1968

GM 12

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

28.10.1955Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.55/70
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 12 N" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
08.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - dead cells - 2 no.starting batteries replaced.".
08.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - brk/cylinder leak - new bucket fitted in r.4 brk/cylinder.".
08.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - exhaust - cracked stack - stack re-welded & gaskets replaced. - hatch reconnected.".
08.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - loose step - o/side step straightened & tightened.".
21.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - stablisers to replace.".
06.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - general accident - step repaired & air hoses on nose replaced a/c hit bullock.".
27.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "B - bogie - (front 2 `b'bogie) shocky broken - stabiliser replaced.(broken rubber retainer)".
27.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "B - bogie - side/slap - new set resiliant rubbers installed.(test) loose rods - 4 no.clevis rods tightened.(front 2 `a'bogie)".
01.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo faulty - speedo drive & cable replaced.".
01.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "A - battery maintenance - 4.batteries replaced a/c continuous jump starting.".
01.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - new rings installed on compressor,liners honed out.".
08.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - resiliant rubbers checked ok.".
10.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "B - battery maintenance - low battery voltage - 4 no. starting batts.installed. - batts.taken from GM13.".
10.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "TS - engine governor mechanical - loco shut/down - paxton mitchell replaced,loco tested ok. unable to re-start.".
18.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - broken valve - dropped valve - no.12 head/piston & liner changed.".
13.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous burnt wiring - burnt wiring - o/side no.1&2 radiator fans replaced. - wiring repaired.".
13.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - ceiling sheets - repaired. baffle plates - renewed.".
23.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - both straps replaced(l.3) rough/riding - new set of resiliant rubbers fitted a/c u/s.".
23.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - thrust pad - r3 brass thrust pad replaced a/c worn.".
23.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - d/s step repaired. d/s cab arm rest repaired.".
19.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - broken valve - dropped valve - no.12 cyl/head replaced.".
31.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - general loss of power - booked for low power,checked in depot,no fault found.".
01.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - fuel system lines - low power - fuel leak suspected as fault. fuel suction pipe rubbed through by floor to be repaired.".
01.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - fuel leak - fuel suction pipe to be repaired a/c rubbed through (31/5)".
04.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "SW - broken pipe - broken pipe - fuel suction pipe replaced.".
09.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "TS - lubricating system low oil pressure - low oil pressure shut/down - michiana oil filters changed.".
29.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "SW - lubricating system - oil and filter change a/c lab report.".
07.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "A - to be profiled a/c r.1 flange (9). 7/8)".
17.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - dead cells - 3 no.starting batteries replaced.(out 102-104)".
30.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - m/gen."v"ring cleaned & painted. - t/motors checked & meggered.(1 meg)".
14.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - temp repairs to "b"bogie spreader bar.".
14.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - l4.brake spreader tempory pin fitted.".
21.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - main generator flashover - main gen flashed a/c blown brushes,unable to repair a/c nil stocks.".
22.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - main generator flashover - flash/over - m/gen brushed/out vee-ring painted. - meggered 1 meg.".
01.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - cab repairs - o/side window replaced.(shattered) - both mirrors replaced.".
05.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - no fault found - transition fault - loco checked in depot,not faulted.".
11.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - driver fault - no amps - jumper/cable plugged into dummy socket. - (removed & replaced in correct socket,no problems)".
15.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - no-16 power assembly changed".
29.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - 4 batteries replaced a/c dead cells.".
29.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - lubricating system low oil pressure - engine oil & mitch filters changed - oil strainer filters cleaned, seals renewed.".
05.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "TS - broken valve - dropped valve - no.7 piston & cyl/head changed/out. - injector replaced a/c tip broken off.".
05.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "TS - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & all filters changed.".
08.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - broken bracket - d/side mirror & bracket re-fitted.".
08.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - radio repair - radio faulty - repairs completed.".
08.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - blocked filters - blocked filters - michiana filters changed.".
08.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - r.4 inner brake strap replaced.".
08.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine report - baffle plates re-located.".
12.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "B - engine - service - completed & load/test completed.".
30.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "UN - condemned bogies - to be used as shunt engine only".
20.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" service defect: "A - not to go mainline a/c bogies".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 12 N" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$264980"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"28.10.1955"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Stored Port Augusta works.
-Sold to Great Northern Rail.
6.6.2000Transferred from storage in Islington workshops to Melbourne [cp 7.2000].
-To "Southern Shorthaul Railroad".
5.2011Sold to private operator.
More Pictures >
5.11.1988,Keswick DL41 + 930 class + GM15 + GM13

GM 13

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

18.11.1955Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.55/72
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 13 W" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
05.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "SW - battery maintenance - dead cells - 1no.starting battery replaced.".
25.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - skidded wheel - no.1 wheel set replaced.(excess flat)".
25.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - traction motor armature bearing - bearing failure - no.1 t/motor replaced.(armature bearing)".
12.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - transition fault to check at Port Augusta".
14.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - holed radiator - d/s no3 radiator replaced a/c leaking water".
15.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "A - electrical misc. transition - no transition - dirty interlock on s23 cleaned up. mg testedok.".
18.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "C - bogie - bolt missing - support bearing cap bolt replaced.(r.6 top) bearing. - support bearing checked ok.".
18.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "C - bogie - broken strap - r.6 inner brake strap replaced.".
18.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "C - engine cylinder heads - plug leak - no.9 cyl/head replaced.".
19.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - engine - excess oil leak - top deck covers 5-8 & 13-16 replaced. - (bent cover & perished seals)".
23.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - "b"end main res cock replaced a/c leaking.".
30.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - traction motors ok,main generator flashover.comm brushed outok,cleaned and painted.meggered .5 m/ohms.".
01.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - booked for g/relays.tm's & main gen checked,no fault found.".
20.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment - fire damage - both blowers replaced a/c burnt filters falleninto blowers.".
08.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - main generator flashover - 2 pigtails trimmed in main gen a/c brushes frayed.no spares.".
13.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "B - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - m/generator cleaned/up a/c flashed.".
13.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "B - overheating - hot engine report - fans & thermostats checked ok.".
18.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "WT - sent to mile end for brake adjustment.".
22.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - engine - blown test/cocks - n0.7&10 test/cock assys.replaced.".
22.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - shattered window - rear door window replaced.".
08.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - engine - loco being stored a/c awaiting retirment decision and loco has done 1.7million km's since last o/haul.".
08.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 13 W" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engines - oil cooler and radiators require changeout.".
20.6.1991Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >

GM 14

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

10.4.1956Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.56/84
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 14 X" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
07.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - general loss of power - booked for losing power in notch 4.checked ok.".
29.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "A - engine water leak - using cooling water - no.7 jumperr/line & gasket replaced. (pressure tested)".
14.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "SW - lubricating system - high viscosity - engine oil and oil filters changed.".
30.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "B - contactor miscellaneous - rcr contact tips cleaned a/c dirty. o/s window replaced a/c broken.".
05.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - vigilance checked ok,a/c air blowing in vig box.".
13.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - broken pipe - nipple replaced behind pedistal & copper pipe - replaced to brk/pipe gauge.".
08.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - o/side window repaired .".
10.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "WT - sent to mile end for brake adjustment.".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - cab roof lining to repair.".
22.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vigilance fault - repaired & operation checked ok.".
30.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - m/gen.light illuminated - aux/gen.knife switch re-positioned - (knife switch found pulled)".
07.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - exhaust - oil from stack - exhaust checked ok.(dry & exhaust clear)".
23.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "SW - engine turbocharger/supercharger - blower seal failure - blowers ex.gm13 installed. travelled 27,000kms. paper filters fitted to blowers.".
06.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - train/line fault -".
11.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "SW - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & filters changed. (lab report)".
15.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - b.t.r.bus tracked to frame.(re-insulated - m/generator & t/motors checked ok.".
01.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - no fault found - losing power - loco checked in depot,not faulted.".
16.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "C - battery maintenance - dead cells - 4 no. starting batteries replaced.".
16.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wheels - l.1 flange (9) - bogies ex.gm15 nstalled."a"bogie GM302. Thin wheels "b"bogie GM301.".
28.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wheels - skidded wheels - bogies ex.gm20 installed. - lubricant check completed.".
29.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "TS - battery maintenance - dead cells - 3 no.starting batteries replaced.".
29.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "TS - engine governor mechanical - crank/case operation - worn paxton mitchell test tap repaired.".
08.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - bogie - seized adjuster - l.1 slack/adjuster repaired.".
09.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - 4 no.stabilisers replaced on "a"bogie. - (broken eye/lets (3no.)& rubbers u/s(1no.)".
22.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - low voltage - volt/regulator reset.".
22.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air leak - pedestal gasket replaced.".
16.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "TS - engine repairs.ex. W.T.M.".
18.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "UN - engine - no1 & 9 cylinders,rods,pistons & heads changed.engine oil changed.sump cleaned out a/c dropped valve.".
20.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" service defect: "A - engine piston - excess ring clearance - no.10 piston replaced.".
31.10.1990Condemnded.
20.1.1994Stored Port Augusta.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 14 X" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$264980"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"10.04.1956"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored pug 20.01.94"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Sold to Great Northern Rail for use as a source of spare parts.
More Pictures >
14.10.1989,Keswick GM15 Ghan headboard

GM 15

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

26.4.1956Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.56/88
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 15 R" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
21.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - losing water - no.16 jumper/line gasket replaced.".
24.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "A - cooling system - water change - water dropped & treated water added. - (loco repaired in alice/springs & filled withtap water)".
27.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - marker lights repaired a/c loose mounting.".
27.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sanders cleared a/c blocked.".
28.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "UN - bogie - l4 shocker changed.".
12.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - no.3 t/motor cleaned/up,others ok. - m/generator cleaned/up.".
12.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "UN - engine governor - valve fault - `c'valve in govn.changed.".
26.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - d/s door repaired a/c lock faulty".
07.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "C - blocked filters - engine filters changed a/c blocked.".
07.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "C - bogie - shocky replaced on rear bogie .".
07.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "C - engine cylinder heads - no.1.head replaced a/c collets worn.".
07.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "C - engine liner - no.14.power assembly changed a/c broken liner stud.".
07.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "C - exhaust - exhaust band replaced a/c cracked.".
13.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "TS - main generator - carbon tracked brush holder replaced in main generator. Rear slip ring brush holder to frame,washed out ,lt.05m/ohms".
08.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "UN - no fault found - no power in forward - loco checked/tested in both directions - (jumper cable suspect,replaced)".
06.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "B - engine liner - split liner - no.4 assembly changed/out.".
06.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 15 R" service defect: "B - main generator - slip/rings - re-faced.".
20.6.1991Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >

GM 16

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

13.7.1956Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.56/97
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 16 D" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
24.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "B - engine water leak - water leak - no.13 elbow & seals replaced.".
31.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "A - bogie - no.3 top gear case repaired a/c broken.".
13.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "C - traction motor - oily motor - `b'bogie removed,no.5 t/motor washed out. - bogie replaced.".
27.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no.3.traction motor replaced a/c g/relays & w/slips.broken brush holders replaced a/c scoured commutator.".
17.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "A - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
17.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - ground relays - spare brush found & removed from between brush holder & commutator in main generator.meg ok, .3 ohms.".
08.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "WT - sent to mile end for brake adjustment.".
15.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "UN - electrical maintenance - reverser - reverser fault - hose replaced.(split)".
15.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - all t/mtrs cleaned/up.(slight flashing) - m/generator cleaned/up & painted out.".
15.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - tank repair - tank emptied/flushed out/degassed. - pipe on top of tank repaired.".
18.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - earth on power.returned to Port Augusta for repairs.".
20.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "UN - main generator - ground relays - fault traced to 1) main generator and 2) no. 5 traction motor. loco stored pending withdrawal a/c".
20.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 16 D" service defect: "UN - main generator - no spare main generator available and km since overhaul is 1,739,352 - awaiting retirement decision.".
20.6.1991Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >

GM 17

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

1.3.1957Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.57/137
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 17 M" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
15.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - water leak - o/side no1 radiator replaced a/c hole in the core.".
19.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - radio repair - no channel 5 - radio unit replaced.".
18.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "B - bogie - bogie change - `a'bogie GM30 installed.".
18.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wheels - condemned wheel - no.5 wheel set replaced.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "D - electrical miscellaneous - clock on speedo replaced a/c faulty.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "D - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
06.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "TS - other body repairs - concertina - removed & rear receptacle mod.completed.".
06.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "TS - overheating - hot engine reports - re-conditioned radiators installed. - o/hauled oil/cooler installed.".
15.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - broken pipe - oil pipe to load/regulator repaired. - (cracked flare on pipe)".
10.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "TS - no fault found - wheel/slip - loco checked in depot,not faulted.".
23.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheelslip - 2 resistors o/s, 1 resistor broken in wheelslip circuit. resistors replaced, tested ok.".
01.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. transition - transition fault - tested, unable to fault.".
01.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "TS - engine governor electrical - power loss - broken wire in governor plug(b valve),plug base damaged- repaired and tested ok.".
12.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wheels - l.5 flange (10) - wheel set changed/out.".
12.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "A - main generator - slip/rings - machined.".
23.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - blown battery - 1 no.starting battery replaced.".
23.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - broken valve - burnt valve - no.8 cylinder head replaced.".
01.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "TS - traction motor flashover - ground relay due to faulty brush holder in no6 tm,insulated & returned to pt augusta for repairs.".
01.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "TS - brush holder in no6 tm to change.".
02.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - brush/holder no.6 t/motor replaced.".
01.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "C - radio repair - radio -".
12.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo cable replaced.".
13.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - bogie - no.6 support bearings packed. sent to mile end a/c wheel change.".
20.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - bogie - cracked straps - both brake straps replaced.(r.1) - outer straps replaced.(r.3,l.1&l.6).".
20.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - no6 wheelset changed.".
25.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "A - fuel system injectors - injectors - new set installed.".
14.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 17 M" service defect: "UN - engine - * loco stored a/c support bearing failure *".
20.6.1991Tender called for disposal at Peterborough.
More Pictures >
8.1987,Port Augusta - GM18 + GM13

GM 18

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

4.4.1957Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.57/139
24.6.1986Damaged by collision at Marla with a road train.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 18 V" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
10.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - flash/over on m/gen.cleaned/up.".
13.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay - m/gen.hooked/out,painted & air-cured.".
19.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - bogie - l3 & r3 stabilisers replaced.".
19.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - engine - top deck seals inspected/to change next service,a/c no sealsavailable.".
25.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - bogie - l4.thrust block replaced a/c block worn.".
25.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - engine - top deck cover replaced a/c twisted.".
23.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - bogie - l4 & r4 brake straps replaced a/c broken. r4 slack adjusterreplaced .".
25.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - bogie - brake hanger blocks installed a/c excess slap.".
14.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - speedo unit replaced a/c time piece faulty.".
23.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "C - bogie - worn gear - no.5 t/motor replaced.(lost crater bearing slipped - no.6 t/motor replaced.".
28.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - condemned wheel - no.5 wheel set changed.".
19.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - cooling system radiator - radiator leak - d/side no.3 radiator replaced.".
02.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - o/side no.6 inner brake strap replaced.".
12.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - traction motor - t/motor failure - no.2 t/motor replaced.(comm.slipped)".
20.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - o/side no.6 inner brake strap replaced. hanger slap - blocks welded to hangers to stop side/slap.".
20.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wicks - bolts missing - oil added to support,wick & studs replaced. (2 no.)".
22.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "B - engine liner - broken stud - no.16 liner replaced.".
27.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "SW - bogie - rough/riding - new set resiliant rubbers fitted. wear plates - axle box wear plates re-welded.".
04.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough riding - both bogies replaced (peterborough).".
05.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "TW- bogie maintenance - wicks - all wicks checked o.k.".
13.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay's - no.5 t/motor cable re-insulated a/c rubbed thru.".
03.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - fuel system injectors - injector faulty - no.2 replaced.".
03.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & filters changed.".
17.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous burnt wiring - burnt wire - alp wire in m/gen.repaired.".
31.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - radiator leak - o/side no.2 radiator replaced.".
06.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "B - radio repair - broken aerial - base replaced & aerial re-positioned.".
22.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - to be profiled a/c excess flat no.6 wheel.(22/10)".
08.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - engine - broken cover - no.9 inspection cover replaced.".
23.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - reverser fault -".
02.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - low power - retaining spring on "c"valve finger replaced.".
12.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - losing train pipe air - brk/pipe cock re-positioned. - vigilance re-set.".
22.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - general accident - collision repairs - rear radial plate & bolts replaced.".
08.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relays - oil in no.5 t/motor,sent M.P.C.for change/out. - (booked on scheduled work)".
08.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "TS - no.5 t/motor change a/c excessive oil. Return to M.P.C. a/c lifting jack failure. (8/5)".
18.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - all sands cleaned & tested ok.".
18.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - all radiators fans tested ok.".
18.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - reverser - reverser greased.".
14.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - bogie - no 5 axle boxes removed & new boxes installed,a/c axle boxesu/s.boxes filled with oil,lateral clearances measured.".
14.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - speedo light fitting repaired.".
14.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end coupler lever replaced.".
14.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - "b"end no 3 control & main res hose replaced.".
14.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - l.h.s. fuel filler cap replaced.".
23.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - cooling system - water changed, a/c lab report.".
23.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - general - door catch repaired.".
23.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - both "a" "b" packages replaced, a/c u/s.".
30.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - bogie - concertina burnt off a/c bent".
09.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - cooling system radiator - radiators blown out.".
09.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - drivers stand drum controller to monitor. a/c cracked bakelite.".
09.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - electrical maintenance -wiring - safety control wiring repaired. a/c wire touching frame.".
09.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - general - both packages checked o/k.".
18.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "B - fuel system injectors - no 11 injector changed,a/c nozzle weeping.".
18.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "B - traction motor - 1 t/motor brush holder replaced,a/c loose cell.".
10.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "TS - earth fault miscellaneous - earth on power.no 4 field connections ,boots full of water cleaned lugs & replaced boots.p= 1.5m.".
10.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "TS - general - d/side mirror replaced.".
18.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - alternator - no a.c. alternator field switch turned on.".
19.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "F - bogie - some thrust rubbers replaced a/ctorn on journal boxes. lateral clearances checked ok.".
19.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "F - lubricating system oil cooler - no.5 "P" pipe replaced.".
19.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "F - reverser - reverser muonting bracket rewelded.".
19.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "F - traction motor brushes - no.2 top brush holder & bottom holder replaced.no.3 bottom holder replaced.-no.6 bottom brush holder replaced.".
17.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - electrical miscellaneous - firemans heater switch replaced. hot plate switch replaced.".
17.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - radiator/pressurising fan - radiator fan plug replaced.-fans tested ok.".
17.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sand pipe hoses replaced.".
17.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no.2 t/m and wheel set changed.".
10.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - bogie - no. gear case bolts tightened a/c found loose at q/fix.".
30.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - independant release pipe repaired, a/c holed. "a"end train pipe cock repaired.".
19.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - engine - no 8 power asssembly change completed.".
19.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - oil & michiana oil filters replaced, a/c fuel dilution. oil line across back of engine repaired, a/c broken.".
30.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - general - cab sound proofing repaired.".
30.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - main generator - gen cleaned, brushed & blown out & 18 brushes changed.".
30.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 4 t/m washed out, a/c full of oil.".
26.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" service defect: "UN - ************GM18 stored.***************".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 18 V" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$247360"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"04.04.1957"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored pug 20.01.94"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
20.1.1994Stored Port Augusta.
-Sold to Great Northern Rail for use as a source of spare parts.
More Pictures >
15.5.1989, North Adelaide - GM19 + GM2

GM 19

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

9.5.1957Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.57/148
-Loaned to New South Wales Railways.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 19 H" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
06.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - vigilance - lhs vigilance button booked faulty.repaired.".
18.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - electrical misc - fuses/holders - broken switch - gen/field c/breaker replaced.".
02.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - auto brake valve lubricated.".
17.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "TS - contactor ep valves - p36 ep valve open circuit on coil.nil stock.returned to pt augusta for repairs.".
18.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - p.36.e.p.valve changed & transition tested ok.".
24.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - feed valve changed a/c overcharging b.p.".
15.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "SW - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor o/charging - compressor/govn reset,operating ok.".
05.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - broken pipe - compressor unloader pipe repaired.".
07.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine reported - rad/fans & thermostats checked ok. - (loco working as single unit on ghan)".
25.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - general accident - d/s quarter window replaced a/c broken.".
03.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "E - main generator - generator brushed out,a/c copper particles in generator.".
06.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - air hoses replaced on parallel contactors.".
04.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogie repair - l.4 slack/adjuster replaced.".
04.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - fuel system - fuel in by/pass - fuel filters replaced.".
30.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - condemned flange (10) - no.1 wheel set replaced.".
01.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - no fault found - no power fault - loco checked in depot,not faulted. - pull/meter replaced.(sticking)".
08.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - general - w/cooler - water cooler replaced a/c faulty. speedo unit replaced a/c faulty.".
28.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake test -".
30.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "SW - bogie - rough/riding - l.3&4 bolster springs replaced.(broken)- r.3,r.4&l4 stabilisers replaced.(eyes broken)".
21.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - brake gear - r.4 brake straps & slack/adjuster replaced.".
01.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - r4 brake adjuster repaired.".
29.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "TS - traction motor suspension bearing - bearing failure - no.4 wheel/set replaced.".
06.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - no.3 wheel changed a/c condemned. no.5 t/motor washed a/c full of oil.".
10.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - obs/side engine room door replaced a/c missing.".
26.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "TS - main generator flashover - main gen cleaned a/c slight flash. p-30k.".
26.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "TS - traction motor flashover - no 5 tm flashed a/c flats, cleaned & checked ok.".
16.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "TS - no fault found - blower fan noise - loco checked in depot,not faulted.".
07.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "A - restricted to 80 kmh trains a/c g/relays hi-speed.".
17.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - no.4 support bearing-rh,to be rectified at p/boro".
17.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - to be taken to p/boro a/c no.4 support bearing".
19.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - no.4 support bearing repaired a/c fractures".
19.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - to be monitored until returned to pt.aug.".
17.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - alarm bell - repaired.".
17.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - losing water - no.7 jumper/line replaced.(cracked)".
17.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor govn fault - replaced.".
21.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - l1,l4 shockers replaced.".
30.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding -".
31.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "TS - traction motor earth - shattered brush found number 1 traction motor.".
25.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "TS - battery maintenance - batteries checked ok.".
02.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - brush replaced in no.5 t/motor. - (pig/tail blown) & motor cleaned/up.".
16.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - radiator leak - d/side no.3 radiator changed.".
07.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "A - g/f on fuel tank "b"end leaking,to be rewelded.".
19.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - "b"end jumper receptacles repaired,a/c pins broken.".
28.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - general - obs/side window mechanism repaired.".
05.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogies changed.".
05.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" service defect: "UN - stored.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 19 H" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$247360"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"09.05.1957"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored 05.08.91"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Sold to Great Northern Rail.
early 2000Great Northern Rail swapped GM19 with West Coast Rail for B75
-GM19 placed in storage at Ballarat East.
3.2004Offered for Sale by Tender along with a large number of vehicles owned by West Coast Railway.
More Pictures >

GM 20

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

6.6.1957Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.57/151
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 20 D" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
11.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - auto brake handle replaced a/c burred over and unable to fitinto auto brake valve.".
25.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relays - no.1&4 t/motors replaced. * (no.1 t/motor arm/circuit down,no.4 t/motor low reading)*".
23.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "TS - earth on power.23/10.".
01.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no.2.traction motor replaced a/c ground relays,test run ok.".
09.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "UN - engine liner - no.5.power assembly changed a/c ridge in liner.".
13.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "UN - bogie - 5 shock absorbers to replace,nil spares.returned to pt aug for replacement.".
14.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "UN - bogie - 3.no.shock absorbers replaced on front bogie a/c rough riding.".
29.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "B - engine - basket bolts - re-torqued.".
08.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "TS - bogie - brake gear damage - repaired.".
08.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "TS - traction motor suspension bearing - bearing failure - no.3 t/motor replaced.".
12.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 20 D" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - losing water - no.10 jumper/line replaced.(cracked)".
20.6.1991Tender called for disposal at Port Augusta.
More Pictures >
27.12.1988,Keswick GM21 + GM40 Indian Pacific

GM 21

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

17.7.1957Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.57/158
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 21 M" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
06.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - bogie - excess travel - brakes adjusted up.(reported from M.E.D.D.) - (could not get loco into w/shop)".
06.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - lid broken - d/side rear recepticle lid re-newed.".
06.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - heater fault - o/side heater repaired.(reported "as above") (arcing)".
06.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - mirror cracked - d/side mirror replaced.(reported " " )".
03.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brk/pipe pressure 500.kpa. main/res pressure 800-870 kpa. brk/cyl pressure 310 kpa.brk/pipe leakage - nil.".
02.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "WT - sent to mile end for brake adjustment".
03.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - feed valve check - 500 kpa -20 kpa. checked ok. rise in brk/pipe gauge /min -nil.".
03.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - max brk/pipe drop -2.psi. before it re-charged. single unit test -operation checked,not faulted.".
03.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - multiple unit test -connected to 2nd loco no.8032. control loco working-(yes). trailing loco dead -(yes).".
03.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - test - brake test completed,checked ok. * loco had flats on wheels when being hauled from pkn.*".
30.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "B - electrical miscellaneous - losing revs & power a/c too much lubricant on controller drum. transition test ok,revs checked ok.".
17.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine reports - baffle plates to radiators re-located. & shutting/down. - oil pressure & lines checked ok.".
17.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - radiator fan direction checked ok.".
26.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "SW - engine - faulty gauge - hot engine temp.gauge changed.".
26.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "SW - overheating - hot engine reports - load/tested. fans/thermostat check ok. - all ceiling sheets in place.".
04.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - broken lid - d/side rear recepticle lid replaced.".
04.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - engine - blown test/cock - no.1 test/cock replaced.".
04.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - broken mirror - d/side mirror replaced.".
04.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - traction motor - cover missing - no.1 bottom t/motor cover replaced.".
05.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "A - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - broken body - o/side front recepticle replaced.".
16.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - condemned wheels - `a'bogie ex.gm17 installed. ( 2&3 )".
19.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & filters changed.".
03.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - cooling system - marmon rubbers installed a/c rubber hoses leaking on water tank".
03.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "UN - engine - oil leak in eng air box - l.h. eng blower replaced a/c oil seals in blower failed.".
08.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "WT - sent to mile end for brake adjustment.".
20.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "C - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
01.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "TS - overheating - hot engines - thermostats & housing replaced a/c settings too high. thermostats readjusted too correct settings.".
30.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "TS - no fault found - low oil shut/down - eng/govn oil checked ok. - radiator fans,etc checked ok.".
30.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "TS - other body repairs - broken chain - h/brake chain repaired.".
15.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "A - no5.t/motor drive gear to check a/c low on service".
17.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 21 M" service defect: "TS - engine - engine protection device faulty.returned to pt augusta for repairs.".
20.6.1991Tender called for disposal at Peterborough.
24.9.1991Cut up by Simms at Peterborough.
More Pictures >
29.2.1988,Port Augusta GM22 + flat wagon

GM 22 -- Hubert Opperman -- GNR 22

Note: The locomotive preserved at Port Pirie is actually "GM 28".

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

2.7.1962Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.62/252
-Named Hubert Opperman.
-Loaned to New South Wales Railways.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 22 V" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
07.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - oil pipe near heat exchanger repaired a/c cracked.".
18.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - excess revs/power notch1 - pins straightened d/s.rear recpt. (bent pins 6-7)".
01.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wheels - worn drive gear - no.6 wheel set replaced.".
01.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TS - traction motor - pinion - no.6 t/motor replaced. pinion burnt/off to haul - from peter/borough to pt.augusta.".
17.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TS - battery maintenance - unable to start - 5 no.batteries topped/up.(dry cells) after shut/down. (charge rate checked ok.)".
17.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TS - no fault found - g/relay operation - all t/motors checked,meggered ok.".
18.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - booked for g/relays.unable to repair.returned to pt augusta for repairs.".
20.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no.1 traction motor replaced a/c earth fault.".
26.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no.2.traction motor to pull a/c g/relays.(use as shunt loco until lift is avail).".
30.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no.3.traction motor replaced a/c ground relays.".
04.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "C - engine - basket bolts - re-torqued.".
30.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - no starting power - batteries topped/up.(10 galls added) - charging rate checked ok.".
06.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - batteries u/s - 3 no.starting batteries replaced.(ex GM16) batts.out 524/303 & 1 no number,batts in 579/522 & 1 no num.".
06.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - broken valve - broken valve - no.14 head/piston & injector replaced.".
02.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - bogie - rough/riding - all shock/absorbers replaced.".
12.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - battery maintenance - dead cells - 3 no.starting batteries replaced.".
12.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 1 tm changed a/c commutator bearing collapsed.(in 54e-163out 51h-908).".
28.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "SW - bogie - rough/riding - new set resiliant rubbers fitted.".
28.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "SW - broken pipe - broken pipe - load/regulator oil line repaired.".
04.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - to be profiled a/c r.6 flange (9) (4/6)".
14.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - cracked flare - load regulator oil pipe re-flared.".
28.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - cooling system water pump - water leak - l/hand water/pump replaced.".
30.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "D - to be profile a/c l.2 flange(8). (30/7)".
25.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - engine governor mechanical - water leak - protection unit replaced.".
13.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - engine piston - excess ring/land clearance - no.3 power/assy replaced.".
13.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - other body repairs - exploded draw gear - rear draw gear assembly replaced.".
03.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - bogie - hanger missing - r.3 hanger & inner/outer straps replaced.".
03.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - bogie - pin missing - l.3 brake strap pin fitted. broken straps - r.6 inner,l.4 inner/outer straps replaced.".
03.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - to be re-rostered for rough/riding repairs. shocky/stabiliser rubbers u/s".
03.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - gauge leaking - fuel tank gauge o/side repaired.".
13.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "SW - bogie - rough/riding -".
08.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - engine - no. 1,7,8 test cocks changed a/c leaking.".
15.1.1991GM 22/CL 6 collided with GM 7.
18.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - general accident - body & w.h.b. repairs replaced 1 no brake cylinder.".
24.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - return to Port Augusta for repairs-wheelslip".
31.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheel/slip operation - no.6 t/mtr changed.(int/pole o.c.c.)".
08.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "C - electrical misc. voltage regulator - no adjustment - voltage/regulator changed/out.".
08.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "C - traction motor - cover missing - no.3 bottom t/motor cover fitted.".
27.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - no15 inspection hole cap to repair.".
10.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 1 t/motor replaced,a/c pinion tooth broken.in-d77b 75h1 1216 out- d37b 54e-163.".
10.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - fuel cut off valve to repair.".
30.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TS - bogie - bearing failure - no.1 wheel set changed & t/motor installed(axle/box) - t/motor serial no.64c-101 in.".
30.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TS - other body repairs - cow/catcher - re-fitted a/c removed at mingary.".
18.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - traction motor - blower fan seized - rear t/m blower fan replaced.".
07.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - general - d/side heater repaired.".
12.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - broken pipe - no 5 piston cooling pipe replaced,a/c broken.".
12.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - engine air filters - engine air filters replaced.".
23.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "E - earth fault miscellaneous - low tension earth found on water cooler,rectified.".
23.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "E - main generator brushes - 28 main gen brushes changed,a/c short.".
23.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "E - l2 suspension bearing u/s.23/1.".
29.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - oil pipe to strainer box replaced.engine topped up with oil.".
29.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 2 t/motor bearings & axle replaced.".
06.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - sound warning - horns & hooter valve (ex GM19) replaced.".
20.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TS - earth fault miscellaneous - cable to main generator repaired a/c rubbed through to earth".
14.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - to W.T.M.a/c bad flats on no 5 wheels.".
16.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - traction motor - brush holders changed in no's 2 & 4 t/motors.".
16.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - l6 flange to monitor.16/4.".
26.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - electrical misc. transition - transition fault repaired.wires on ols switch repaired.".
26.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - engine cylinder heads - no.2 head changed. Both valve bridges replaced a/c tapping badly.".
26.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - engine water leak - water jumper replaced. a/c leaking badly.".
29.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - pcr aux. contactors melted.-pcr aux. swapped for back ones a/c nil in stock.".
18.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - engine - no.7 test cock replaced. a/c blowing.".
18.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - electrical maintenance - reverser - braids on reverser replaced ex GM19.".
18.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - electrical misc - fuses/holders - rear head light circuit breaker replaced.".
18.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - traction motor - no.5 t/m removed to clean and replace brush holders.".
18.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - 3 brush holders replaced in no.5 t/m.".
18.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - vigilance - vig. problem repaired.".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "C - engine piston - no's 2,5,6,12,13 & 15 pistons changed, a/c ring lands excessive.".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "C - traction motor - no 5 t/motor replaced, a/c commutuator had excessive flats &broken brushes. t/m in- 61j-33. t/m out- 56e-428.".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "C - vigilance - vigilance repaired,checked ok.".
27.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - auxillary machines - brush holder replaced in aux generator a/c worn.".
27.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - battery maintenance - dead cell - 1no battery replaced.".
27.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - other body repairs - eng room side repaired.".
25.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TS - traction motor brushes - gr's, no 5 t/motor 3 brushes replaced,a/c condemned limit. no 6 t/motor all centre brushes in all brush holders have".
10.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - engine protection - engine protection changed,a/c leaking.".
11.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - bogie - l3 and l4 slack ajusters replaced a/c seized.".
11.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - engine cylinder heads - no.11 cylinder head replaced a/c water leak.".
11.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - other body repairs - drivers mirror replaced.".
11.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - traction motor - top brush holders on no.1 and no.2 t/m's replaced.".
11.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - no.'s one and six t/m comms have very bad flats to be monitored..".
30.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - transition tested ok.".
30.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - engine governor electrical - governor replaced,a/c not operating load reg. racks adjustedtested ok.".
06.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - no.3 wheelset changed a/c flats.".
06.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no.3 t/m washed before re-fitting.".
13.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - wheels checked,wheelsheet taken. loco to traffic.".
16.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - fsr2 replaced & some wires relugged,a/c burnt out. tested ok".
03.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - electrical misc - fuses/holders - 80 amp batt field fuse replaced, a/c loco not powering up.".
03.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - application penalty valve replaced.".
06.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "SW - bogie - GM22 placed on new bogies. bolster clearances checked ok. direction tested ok.".
06.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - drivers mirror replaced.".
19.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - engine - air box cover replaced, a/c broken. air box pressure check ok.".
19.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - engine governor - governor oil leak repaired.".
21.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "SW - engine - no 10 power assembly replaced, a/c piston ring broken.".
02.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - general - engine room door replaced.".
02.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - other body repairs - mirror replaced, quarter window replaced.".
02.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - traction motor brushes - brush holder heights adjusted in t/m's 3 & 4.".
02.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "B - vigilance - vig checked ok, a/c not cancelling.".
26.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - class light c/b replaced.".
26.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - auto brake/valve exhaust run to outside loco cab.".
11.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - fuel system - broken fuel pipe brazed.".
13.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - main res. isolating cock "a"end r/h/s repaired.".
13.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "UN - reverser - reverser jammed. reverser cam filed a/c bevel edge worn. re-lubricated a/c all contact faces dry.".
07.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TW- electrical miscellaneous - v.c light replaced.".
07.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TW- general - r/h/s. seat adjustment repaired.".
07.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" service defect: "TW- other body repairs - obs. side winding window fell out of frame. repaired. r/h/s. window wiper blade cleaned.".
14.12.1994Stored Port Augusta.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 22 V" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$263150"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"02.07.1962"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored pug 14.02.94;"hubert opperman"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Sold to Great Northern Rail.
1998Returned to service after being rebuilt in Great Northern livery.
More Pictures >
29.9.1986 GM23 on Ghan Keswick

GM 23

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

24.8.1962Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.62/253
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 23 H" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
14.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "B - blocked filters - blocked filters - engine air filters replaced. all front & rear press fan filters replaced.".
14.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "B - engine water leak - water leak - no14 cyl head replaced a/c grommetts leaking water.".
14.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "B - exhaust - dirty spark arresters - spark arresters cleaned a/c suspect fire started in front press fan filters.".
15.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken brake strap - l4 brake strap replaced.".
13.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "B - engine piston - cracked piston - no.12 head,piston & liner replaced.".
13.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken straps - brake straps replaced.(d/side 4,o/side 4&6) (inner) - all other inner brake straps replaced.(worn)".
13.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - hangers modified - d/side".
23.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "D - cooling system radiator - radiators blown out a/c over heating.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - no.7 head replaced a/c burnt valve.".
24.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogie repair - l.1 brake pin secured.".
19.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - vigilance isolated - vigilance control would not go into penalty operation.".
22.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vigilance fault - repaired & operation checked ok. - (snap/action penalty valve replaced)".
30.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - no fault found - hot engine report - operation of rad.fans checked ok.".
06.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - skidded wheels - bogies ex.gm16 installed.("a"bogie GM206) ("b"bogie GM305)".
13.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. transition - transition fault - shunt field contactor replaced. - (original contactor binding)".
14.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine report - radiators blown out.".
14.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - d/side baffle sheets to re-position.".
26.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "TS - engine piston - piston failure - no.2 assembly replaced.".
01.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - air hose - power contactor air hose replaced.".
19.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - engine piston - excess ringland clearance - 2,4,6&8 assemblies replaced.".
21.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - main generator flashover - flash on main gen cleaned.tm's checked ok.".
25.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - booking on flat wheels - checked ok.".
25.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sander hose - r.3 hose replaced.".
02.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - booked for flat wheels.some small flats detected.".
06.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "C - to be profiled a/c flats "a"bogie. (6/4)".
10.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brakes adjusted a/c ex wtm.".
08.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wheels - wheel inspection - wheels inspected due to differing wheel sizes. last w.t. 1/5.".
21.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - main generator flashover - main gen v ring.insulators,comm cleaned a/c slight flash.".
18.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - support failure - no.4 axle cleaned/up & support replaced.".
29.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sanders - o/side no.2 sander pipe replaced.(bent)".
02.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - bogie - crater added to no 2&6 gear cases & no 6 gear case bolt tightened".
04.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - mirrors broken - both replaced.".
15.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 23 H" service defect: "TS - to be remanded in storage - fuel dumped batteries taken".
20.6.1991Tender called for disposal at Port Augusta.
More Pictures >
20.8.1987,Malbooma loco GM24

GM 24

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

29.9.1962Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.62/254
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 24 Q" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
23.2.1990Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >

GM 25

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

29.10.1962Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.62/255
21.3.1965Collision at Cook. Sent to Clyde for rebuild.
6.9.1965Returned to service.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 25 C" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
28.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "F - electrical maintenance -wiring - slip ring wiring renewed. battery and shunt field circuit rewired. overhauled radiator fans fitted.".
28.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "F - engine - engine into GM 25 serial no 66-j1-1014. top deck seats machined. new camshaft segment fitted (9-16). main, big end".
28.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "F - engine - inserts renewed. no 1 idler gear renewed. reconditioned chrome liners fitted. new pistons and rings reconditioned".
28.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "F - engine - new hydraulics in lash adjusters, new gear type damper fitted. one fork rod renewed account cracked. lower liner".
09.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - electrical maintenance -wiring - lack of eng/revs.- eb wire in start panel re-lugged. - loco tested ok.".
15.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "A - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
16.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - general loss of power - booked for low power.p25 blowing,nil spares,returned to pt augusta for repairs.".
26.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "TS - bogie - r4 brake hanger pin replaced a/c missing.".
02.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "SW - bogie - rough/riding -".
05.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - all wheel flange thicknesses checked.".
01.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "SW - bogie - collapsed bearing race - o/hauled bogies installed.".
25.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vigilance booked faulty.checked ok in depot.".
03.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - contactor ep valves - vigilance not working. e.p. valve replaced a/c not pulling in.".
03.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - general - radio transmitter replaced a/c u/s.".
12.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vigilance - repaired snap action penalty valve. tested o.k.".
23.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vigilance fault - pcs resealed in correct position. safety control.".
05.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - "a"end brake pipe cock replaced.".
31.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "D - vigilance - vig repairs a/c would not trip.".
18.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "A - bogie - shockies u/s - 4 no.stabilisers replaced "a"bogie.".
18.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - electrical maintenance - reverser - reverser jamming - reverser lubricated & tested ok.".
18.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - electrical maintenance -wiring - heater u/s - o/side heater repaired.".
18.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - mirror cracked - o/side mirror replaced.".
18.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - radio repair - radio repairs - completed.".
03.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - rear draught gear & package fitted,repairs done to pocket of draught gear.".
03.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air leak repaired on nose of cab.".
21.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - no.6 wheels changed a/c damaged flange ex wheel lathe.".
23.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wicks - wick check - completed,checked ok.".
08.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "C - main generator brushes - 29 brushes changed a/c reached condeming limit.".
08.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "C - traction motor brushes - 11 t/m brushes changed a/c short.".
10.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - general - drivers mirror replaced.".
10.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "a" end package replaced.".
26.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "B - fuel system - fuel filler cap fitted.".
20.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - 5 wicks replaced,a/c dirty.".
20.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "A - general - new mirror fitted obs/side.".
14.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "TS - sent to wtm 14/7/92.".
10.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" service defect: "TS - loco stored - islington.".
20.1.1994Stored.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 25 C" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
current gauge:"broad"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$263150"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"29.10.1962"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored 20.01.94"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Sold to Great Northern Rail.
22.6.2000Transferred from storage in Islington Workshops to Melbourne [cp 7.2000].
More Pictures >
8.4.1987 Mannahill GM26 + GM33 hauling Alice

GM 26

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

27.11.1962Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.62/256
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 26 L" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
11.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "E - mechanical equipment compressor - oil change - compressor oil changed to ampol tecoma 100.".
14.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - no fault found - vig cut out - vig cut back in and checked ok.".
29.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - vigilance - valve faulty - e.p.valve replaced vigilance tested ok.".
04.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - vigilance - e.p. valve & stick in relay changed & tested ok.".
16.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. transition - loco losing power -transition tested ok. control air to adjust on svce tommorrow a/c low (70psi).".
21.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - no 2 support changed a/c picked up metal.".
23.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "WT - number 6 wheel only a/c skids".
22.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "B - engine piston - worn ring/lands - no.2,5,7&13 head/liner & pistons replaced.".
24.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - loss of cooling water - no.2 jumper line gasket replaced. (pinched gasket)".
24.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "A - engine - no.5 head replaced a/c broken rocker stud. no. 5 injector replaced a/c ceased.".
29.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "C - engine - basket bolts -re-torqued.".
29.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "C - main generator - slip/rings - outer slip/ring ground.".
05.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "A - cooling system radiator - radiator change - full set of re-cond.radiators installed. cracked "y"piece - replaced.".
05.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "A - exhaust - blown gaskets - full set of exhaust stack gaskets fitted.".
05.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "A - lubricating system oil cooler - oil/cooler - changed/out.".
12.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - and adjusted a/c too high.".
12.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough riding - l3 thrust pad (bronze) replaced. 1n0 bolster spring replaced a/c broken. bolster to body clearance check".
16.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - to profile a/c flats no 6 wheel 16/2/".
02.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - d/side inner brake strap replaced.".
02.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - no mirror - d/side mirror brackets & mirror replaced.".
12.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - overheating - booked for overheating.checked ok in depot.".
16.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "B - contactor welded - contactor welded - fan contactor replaced.".
08.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - lhs no4 spreader bar repaired.".
12.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - to be profiled a/c flats no.6 wheel. (12/4)".
17.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "WT - brakes to adjust".
21.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - nose damage - train/pipe cock & hose replaced. - (damaged by bullock)".
21.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo u/s - cable replaced.(stretched)".
27.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - spreader bar replaced.".
27.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - r6 sander hose replaced.".
15.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sander pipe - d/side no.3 sander pipe repaired.".
15.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "B - other body repairs - cracked mirrors - both mirrors replaced.".
19.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - no 1 axle spreader bar replaced".
20.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - cooling system - booked for water leak.leaking around no 14 liner into airboxpt aug advised.".
20.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - no 14. liner leaking water into air box.".
27.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "SW - engine water leak - water leak - no.14 head & grommets changed. (grommets)".
09.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - brake hanger support brackets welded on.".
03.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - lateral clearance checked & adjusted.".
07.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "D - radiator/pressurising fan - fan failure - o/side no.2 radiator fan replaced.".
15.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - fan failure - o/side no.2 radiator fan replaced. - no.4 rad/fan contactor replaced.".
03.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - stabilisers leaking - o/side no.1 & d/side no.2 replaced.".
08.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - d/side & o/side front shock/absorbers repl'd.".
21.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "A - bogie - resiliants - checked ok & r.1 pedestal liner replaced.".
21.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "A - traction motor - t/motor - lateral clearance checked ok. t/m.1(17/64),2(3/32),3(3/64),4(1/8),5(3/64),6(3/16)clearance".
28.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - main generator flashover - g/relay operation - m/gen.cleaned/up.(flashed) - t/motors checked ok.".
30.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - no fault found - g/relay operation - t/motors,cables,contactors etc checked, - meggered,unable to fault.".
02.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - m/gen.cleaned,veed out & re-varnished. - (m/gen flashed)".
02.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - no.2 t/motor to replace.(bearing gasket u/s) (2/10".
04.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "SW - traction motor - bearing gasket u/s - no.2 t/motor replaced.".
11.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - low oil reported,oil checked,topped up".
11.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - no fault found - radiator fan suspected a/c shutdown -all contactors and fans checked no fault found".
26.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine reported - fans,thermostats tec checked ok.".
06.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine reported - d/side no.2&3 ceiling sheets secured. - o/side no.2 ".
14.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "B - bogie - broken straps - l.6 inner/outer straps replaced. - l.4 " / " " " .".
17.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - r.4 inner brake strap replaced.".
06.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - bearing failure - d/side rear radiator fan replaced.".
12.1.1991Stored Port Augusta.
14.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "A - bogie - crater 6 bags (1,2,3,4) 7 bags (5) 8 bags (6).".
14.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "A - engine - engine block cracked no 10 cylinder.".
14.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" service defect: "A - loco to be stored".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 26 L" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$263150"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"27.11.1962"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored pug 12.01.91"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Sold to Great Northern Rail for use as a source of spare parts.
More Pictures >
29 July 2002 - Great Northern GN 27 and GN 10

GM 27 -- GNR 27

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

7.1.1963Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.62/267
-Leased to V/Line.
9.8.1984Returned to Port Augusta for repairs.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 27 U" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
12.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - "b"end auto coupler to change.".
13.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - collision check - flange wear recorded,checked ok.".
13.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - engine - alignment - engine & generator alignment checked ok.".
13.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - couplings - `a'end coupling checked ok. - `b'end coupler replaced.".
13.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - tests - loco coupled to dl41 for brake tests checked ok.".
27.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor gov booked faulty.checked ok in depot.".
13.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - ground relays - main generator cleaned out a/c slight flash.traction motors checked and no4 t/m suspect. sent to shunt.".
16.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "SW - no fault found - ground relay check - no 4. traction motor checked ok.".
20.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - coupler pulled - front draw/gear pocket rebuilt. throat out. - plate & front draw/gear assembly re-newed.".
20.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - radio repair - no channel 5 - radio unit replaced.".
22.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - blown gasket - auto/brake pedestal gasket replaced.".
06.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - safety valve blown - compressor safety valve replaced/reset.".
31.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - cooling system water pump - o/side water pump replaced a/c leaking.".
16.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "F - electrical miscellaneous - circuit to main generator renewed. new batteries fitted. all contactors serviced. new rear recepticle pins fitted.".
16.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "F - engine - heads reconditioned. big end and main bearings renewed. no 6 and 9 main bearing caps machined. 2 new fork rods & 6".
16.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "F - engine - overhauled motor fitted to GM 27 serial no 56-f-37. water and oil pumps reconditioned. new rings and pistons fitted.".
16.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "F - other body repairs - cab upgraded and painted. body rust removed.".
16.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "F - valve bridge/lash adjuster - valve bridges reconditioned. rocker arm bushes renewed. engine room lights repaired. battery field and shunt field".
26.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - water leak - cracked flare, branch pipe to thermostat - repaired.".
12.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio installation completed.".
14.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - mirrors u/s - both mirrors replaced.(o/side missing) (d/side broken)".
27.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - brushes replaced no.4 t/motor.(frayed) - bottom brush/holder bolt replaced.".
07.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "B - bogie - broken brake strap - inner brake strap replaced.(r.1) brake cylinder - r.3 replaced.(sleeve unscrewed)".
07.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "B - to be profiled a/c r.6 flange (10). (7/5)".
09.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "WT - no. 6 wheel to be changed out.".
14.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wheels - no6 wheels changed a/c condemned.".
29.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - fuel system injectors - broken spring - no.16 injector replaced.".
06.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - cooling system water pump - tell/tale leak - d/side water pump replaced.".
06.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - mirror - o/side mirror replaced.".
14.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - general accident - main res piping repaired or replaced.speedo cable replaced, drivers side shocker replaced,tm bellows repaired.".
15.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - window - o/side window replaced.".
25.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - reear draft box to replace a/c exploded. (25/6)".
05.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end coupler lifting pin & rod replaced a/c bent.".
22.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - bogie - broken straps - o/side no.4 inner brake strap replaced. - d/side inner/outer straps replaced.".
22.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - bogie - seized adjuster - d/side no.4 slack/adjuster replaced.".
22.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sanders - d/side no.1,3&4 sander hoses replaced.".
24.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "C - bogie - modification - brake mod.completed.".
31.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - bogie - side/slap - o/side no.1 & d/side no.2 stabilisers replaced.".
31.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - brushes no.6 t/motor replaced.(hanging)".
20.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - reverser fault - wire to ep valve repaired.(wire broken)".
28.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo fault - mechanism changed.".
28.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - radio repair - radio - unit tested ok.".
30.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - engine - o/speed tripped - re/set loco re-started,checked ok. (shut/down)".
30.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - fuel system lines - split pipe - fuel line in top deck repaired.".
21.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - engine - booked for vibrations,mounting bolts checked,shafts checked.".
26.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - engine - bad vibration -".
10.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - engine - shut/down - o/speed re-set,checked ok.".
29.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - auxillary machines - vibrations - aux/generator replaced.(bearing fan end u/s)".
22.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - no. 2 wheelset changed a/c condemened on thickness".
28.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - numberm thick & flanges.(22/2)".
12.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wheels - thin wheel - no.1 wheel set changed/out. - wick check required.".
13.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wicks - wick check - no.1 wick checked ok after wheel change.".
19.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vig repairs completed-emergency application valve in nose compartment repaired,a/c pin would not locate.".
03.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - l1 radiator replaced,checked ok.".
03.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - d/side door repaired.".
17.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "D - bogie maintenance - wicks - wicks replacedin r5-r6 & l6.".
17.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "D - earth fault miscellaneous - low tension earth found on "b"end marker light,d/side. replaced lampholder & toggle switch.".
17.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "D - mechanical maintenance - air brake - "D"type 75v magnet valve replaced,a/c blowing.distributing valve replaced,a/c blowing.".
03.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - bogie - both bogies replaced,ex GM19.in "a"end GM339,out GM319. in "b"end GM340,out GM320.".
03.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo replaced,ex GM19.mileage corrected to right reading.".
03.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - both mirrors replaced.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - no 14 pin rear left recepticle cleaned, a/c burnt.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - supply valve for l3 & r3 sanders broken,nil stock. 16/8.no 14 pin rear left recepticle burnt,nil pins available.16/8.".
02.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - no 6 axle replaced,a/c suspension bearing failure.".
02.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - traction motor suspension bearing - no 6 t/motor changed,a/c suspension bearing failure.".
20.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - earth fault miscellaneous - cable to main generator repaired.a/c rubbed through to earth".
22.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - cooling system - no 4 water jumper line replaced,a/c cracked.".
22.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - wheelslip - no 6 t/motor & wheelset replaced,a/c wheelslip.axle boxes & gearcases checked.t/m in- cb 1003.out-61m-1.".
06.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - general - bogie wash a/c of excess crater.".
08.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "C - bogie - shock absorbers checked ok.".
08.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wicks - r1,r2,r3 and r5 wicks replaced.l1,l2,l3,and l5 wicks replaced.journal checked ok.".
08.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "C - engine - engine intake filters replaced.".
08.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "C - main generator brushes - 36 brushes changed.-2 slip ring brushes changed.".
08.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "C - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake pipe gauge replaced.".
08.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "C - other body repairs - obs. side mirror replaced.".
08.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "C - traction motor brushes - 35 t/m brushes changed a/c condemning limit.".
13.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wheels - no.6 wheel set has flats. wheel sheet done. sent to wtm.".
23.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - engine governor electrical - low oil switch in gov replaced, a/c faulty.".
28.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - general shutdown - engine shutting down,engine inspection carried out, no faultfound.fuel tank empty,filled up, loco tested ok.new water &".
16.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - general - engine room washed, a/c oil leaks.".
22.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "B - bogie - all 12 latteral rubbers changed a/c damaged ok. l5,l6'latteral brasses changed a/c worn ok.".
22.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "B - electrical maintenance - reverser - reverser greased and mounting bracket repaired.ok.".
22.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "B - traction motor brushes - changed 6 oclock brush holder no 5 t/m.".
23.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - engine - no.3 cylinder valve bridges replaced.".
02.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - changed gasket - fan thermostat, a/c water leak at fitting.".
18.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - 2 radiator baffle plates replaced.".
18.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - electrical misc - fuses/holders - engine temp switches adjusted, a/c set approx 5-10 degs too low. loco load tested & checked ok.".
30.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - cooling system - water inlet to rad d/s repaired,a/c leaking. mounting pin onb end of o/s rads repaired.".
30.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - fuel system injectors - no 12 injector changed,a/c dripping.".
30.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end coupler changed.".
30.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment sanding gear - 3 sand pipes changed.".
30.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - radiator/pressurising fan - 2 pressurising fans changed.".
28.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "SW - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake test completed a/c accident at broken hill. brake sheet on file. tested ok.".
16.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "B - auxillary machines - aux gen drive shaft seal replaced.".
16.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - 5 wicks changed.".
16.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "B - contactor miscellaneous - s23 contactor replaced. p14 & p36 contacts replaced,a/c burnt & pitted contacts/hot connections.".
16.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment sanding gear - l4 & r4 sander valves repaired.".
25.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "SW - lubricating system - loco load tested, 1800 hp.some loose bolts tightened around gear train hoousing, a/c oil leaks.".
15.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - general - drivers mirror replaced.".
15.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - lubricating system - oil leak repaired - hoses replaced on oil seperator.".
15.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment coupler - package & yolk replaced.".
31.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - no 5 t/motor replaced, a/c gr's. t/m in- 62g-54. t/m out- 540-204. t/motor ex GM 32. all top brushes replaced.".
01.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "SW - bogie - no.3 axle change completed.".
02.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TW- bogie maintenance - wicks - no.3 w/set wicks checked and changed a/c new wheel set. to be checked next trip.".
28.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - no 5 wheelset replaced, a/c damaged journal.".
28.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - no 5 t/motor replaced, a/c ground relays.".
28.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - traction motor brushes - nos 3,6 & 12 o'clock brushholders in no 6 t/motor replaced, a/c loose cells.".
11.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - bogie - "a"end lateral shockers replaced. "b"end lhs no 3 lateral rubbers replaced. "a"end vertical shocker replaced.".
11.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "UN - "b"end obs/side rear vertical to change.11/11.".
25.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - l1,l4 & r3 wicks replaced.".
25.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - lubricating system - rubbers on marmon coupling from oil pump to michiana tank replaced.".
25.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 6 t/m bottom cable strap replaced, a/c broken.".
25.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" service defect: "TS - no.6 t/m to be changed and then GM27 will be stored.25/1/94.".
13.3.1994Stored Port Augusta.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 27 U" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$263150"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"07.01.1963"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored 13.03.94"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Sold to Great Northern Rail.
11.5.1999Made a test trip to Long Plains after being rebuilt and painted in Great Northern livery.
More Pictures >
28.11.2000 GM 28 (renumbered as GM 22) in Port Pirie Platform

GM 28 -- GM 22

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

11.2.1963Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.62/268
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 28 G" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
25.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "A - engine water leak - no.8 head elbow replaced a/c loosing water.".
06.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - no.2. o/side radiator replaced a/c leaking.".
30.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "B - electrical miscellaneous burnt wiring - burnt wiring - lug on wire to ac fan contactor repaired. (h.r.joint)".
23.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "TS - overheating - hot engine report - radiator fans & thermostat operation ok. - loco not faulted in depot.".
13.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - battery check - charge rate checked ok. - 20 galls water added to batteries.".
01.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "WT - removed 20mm. of all wheels.".
06.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "A - overheating - load bank - load tested to check for overheating,thermostatschecked to be ok.".
15.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "A - blocked filters - car body filters - new set installed. - loco late for traffic awaiting filters.".
10.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "C - to be profiled a/c l.1,l.2,r.4&r.6 flanges (8).".
14.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - lug replaced on cpc.".
16.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "TS - no fault found - protector tripped - no fault found.".
21.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "TS - engine - crank/case operation - paxton/mitchell replaced. no shut/down - load/test completed after 1 1/2 hrs.".
08.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - losing water - o/side no.2 radiator replaced.".
08.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "UN - elect. misc. - gauges & instruments - faulty meter - pull meter replaced.".
13.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "B - to be profiled a/c l.1 flange (9). (13/11)".
8.1.1991Stored on account of accident.
08.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" service defect: "UN - general accident - * collision * - loco stored until further notice.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 28 G" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$263150"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"11.02.1963"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored 08.01.90 a/c collision"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Sold to Great Northern Rail.
23.11.1999After being repainted in original Commonwealth Railways livery and renumbered "GM 22" it was tranferred to Port Pirie and placed in the station platform (now part of the Port Pirie Arts and Interpretive Centre).
-Sold to Seymour Preservation Grouprfp
26.6.2012Left Port Pirie by road for delivery to Victoria.[Facebook:TrainDownUnder]
More Pictures >

GM 29

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

22.3.1963Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.62/269
24.6.1986Damaged by collision at Marla with a road train.
5.1987Condemned due to an accident at Marla.
1987Cut up at Peterborough.
More Pictures >
10.1.1989,Keswick GM30 NSWPTC Scout train

GM 30

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

9.12.1964Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.64/366
-Loaned to New South Wales Railways.
13.2.1978Returned to after loan to New South Wales Railways.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 30 L" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
31.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "B - engine governor mechanical - faulty protector - eng/protector ex.gm 25 installed. - operation of unit checked ok.".
31.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "B - engine piston - broken rings - no.9 assembly replaced. - liner changed a/c ridge.".
24.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wheels - bogie change - a/c flat wheels,dragging brakes.".
24.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brk/pipe leakage - nil.flowmeter check ok. feed valve check ok.rise in brk/pipe gauge/min-7kpa. max brk/pipe drop 14kpa.".
24.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brk/pipe pressure 500kpa..main/res pressure 116-126 p.s.i. brk/cyl pressure 310kpa. checked to master gauge.".
24.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - single unit test - operation checked not faulted. multiple unit test - tested with al22. control loco working".
07.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "E - engine - new lash adjusters fitted.".
18.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - electrical maintenance -wiring - alarm bell operating - wire to nvr/coil repaired.(broken) continuously.".
22.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - broken valve - broken valve - no.7 cyl/head replaced. piston - no.7 piston changed.(top of piston damaged)".
26.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - contactor welded - when contactor flashed/over.".
26.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - fs1&fs2 contact tips replaced.(welded) contactor welded. - p1-4 contactor replaced.".
26.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - electrical miscellaneous - cabinet fire - extinguished by driver & minimum damage done. * cause * rag in bottom of electrical cabinet caught alight".
26.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - traction motor flashover - flashed motors. - no.2&5 t/motors cleaned/up. - other t/motors checked ok.".
02.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - michiana oil filter gasket replaced a/c leaking.".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "F - alternator - main and aux. generators o/hauled. inspect wiring to slip rings.".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "F - contactor miscellaneous - service and inspect contactors and relays. renew radiator fan hatch wiring. mods no 39 & 63 completed.".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "F - electrical maintenance -wiring - rewire battery field and shunt field circuit. relug headlight and rearlight globe connections.".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "F - engine - adjusters. main bearing caps machined no 6 to 8.258'' (.006'') above nominal size. new (crankcase) low oil device".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "F - engine - fitted. pipe modification carried out. standard seat rings fitted to cylinder heads.".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "F - engine - engine ex GM 25 serial no 66-f1-1078 installed into GM 30. top deck seats machined. new main & camshaft bearings fitted".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "F - engine - newed. new pistons and rings. rocker arms reconditioned. gear type damper installed. new hydraulics fitted to lash".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "F - engine - oil and water pumps reconditioned 2 no fork rod replaced (12&13) one camshaft segment and 16 lower liner inserts re-".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "F - other body repairs - new roof lining fitted.front and rear marker lights repairedsander relay valves o/hauled.".
07.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "F - radio repair - radio fitted.(u.h.f.) new batteries fitted.".
02.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - radio repair - radio - repairs completed.".
13.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - d/side & o/side front shock/absorbers repl'd.".
22.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - - support bearing topped/up also.".
22.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogie noise - bogie lube checked ok, no noise evident. - 3 boxes used to top/up g/cases in pkn.depot.".
23.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - new set of resiliant rubbers fitted.".
18.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - piston failure - d/side no.3 brk/cylinder replaced.".
06.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - wheelslip - wheel/slip operation -".
13.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - wheelslip - wheel/slip over 100 kph - no.2 t/motor to be replaced. * rostered to M.E.D.D. for change/out *".
13.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - no.2 t/motor to be replaced (wheel/slip at 100 kph) (13/6)".
20.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "SW - traction motor - no 2 tm changed.".
27.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - grommet leak - no.1 head & grommets replaced.".
27.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & michiana filters changed.".
27.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - shunter use only a/c high speed wheel/slip.(27/6)".
11.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheel/slip - two fs2 cables replaced a/c corroded lugs. fs2 post contacts resecured. loco successfully test run.".
01.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - to be profiled a/c l.6 flange (8). (1/8)".
17.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - cooling system - water drian pipe repaired.".
28.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - cracked window - d/side cab door window replaced.".
19.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo faulty - cable replaced a/c broken.".
05.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "B - to be profiled a/c r.5 flange (8). (5/12)".
17.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - bogie - support failure - no.6 t/motor replaced.".
01.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogies washed.".
08.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "D - to be profiled a/c flats no.6 wheel. (8/2)".
08.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - engine governor mechanical - gov plug repaired,a/c latched out.".
03.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - cracks to end plates on both packages checked,ok for traffic".
11.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - engine - oil leak - no4 rocker arm replaced a/c pin hole in casting.".
27.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "B - other body repairs - mirror o/side replaced.".
29.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "a"end & "b" end coupler packages replaced.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - main generator cleaned/up & painted. - (2 no.flash/overs)".
20.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - blocked filters - engine air intake filters changed, a/c dirty.".
24.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wicks - 4 wicks on "a"bogie changed.".
24.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "C - traction motor - 10 t/motor brush holders replaced,all t/m's & mg painted.".
29.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - main gen segments veed out, com ground with stone & curred, a/c gr's.".
12.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - traction motor flashover - no 4 brushholder changed,a/c flashover.".
31.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - r1 radiator replaced.".
31.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - radiator fan replaced & direction tested ok.".
10.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no4 t/motor replaced a/c flats on commutator surface tested ok.".
02.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - rad. fan d/side rear replaced.ex GM 18.-fan direction testedok.".
09.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - electrical miscellaneous burnt wiring - replaced lug on no 3 fan wiring in a.c. cabinet,a/c burnt off.".
11.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous burnt wiring - rear d/side rad fan replaced,a/c burnt wiring.thermostat & control wiring replaced,a/c burnt.".
11.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - 6 rad fan cables through latch to contactor replaced,a/c shorted.".
03.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - l2 wick replaced.".
03.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "B - general - obs/side mirror replaced.".
03.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "fa - traction motor - no 6 t/motor replaced,a/c brush holder & commutator damage. t/m in, 62f-188.out, 66l-ci29.".
05.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - all brushes in no.1&5 t/ms replaced a/c broken.".
05.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - t/m nos.1&5 have bad flats - to monitor.".
16.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - changed 4 inside brushes on no.5 t/m a/c cracked and pulled pig tails. motor to change soon.".
16.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - no.1 and no.5 t/ms to monitor for flats.16/8/1992.".
01.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - bogie - no.6 gearcase tightened a/c loose.".
01.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - l1 & l2 wicks changed a/c dirty. l1, l2, l5, r4 oil changed a/c dirty.".
01.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - fuel system injectors - no.13 injector changed a/c wet piston.".
20.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - earth fault miscellaneous - earth on control. fuel pump replaced ex GM25.".
09.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - engine - engine oil & filters changed, a/c fuel dilution. engine inspection completed ok.".
17.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - l2,l5 & r5 wicks replaced.".
17.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "B - traction motor brushes - all 4 inside brushes replaced in no 5 t/motor, a/c chipped frayed leads & pulled leads.".
23.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - cooling system radiator - baffle plate fitted above radiators, compression tested.".
23.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - electrical maintenance -wiring - rad fan found going in wrong direction, wiring reconnected.".
02.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - traction motor brushes - brushes replaced in no 5 t/motor, a/c shattered. top brush holder replaced in no 5 t/motor.".
09.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "E - main generator brushes - 45 generator brushes changed, aux generator brushes changed,generator slip ring brushes changed.".
07.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - "b"end drivers receptacle replaced, a/c cracked front.".
07.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - electrical maintenance -wiring - fsr1 wiring repaired, a/c fs1 not picking up. checked ok.".
07.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - engine water leak - no 8 water jumper line replaced, a/c leaking water.".
07.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - main generator - 35 main generator brushes changed, a/c condemn length.".
07.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - radiator/pressurising fan - rear pressurising fan bee hive cover replaced, a/c full of holes.".
09.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogies swapped with GM 25. no 4 & 5 w/sets changed.".
09.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 4 & 5 t/motors replaced.".
15.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wheels - no 3 wheelset replaced, a/c axle condemned.".
15.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no 3 t/motor replaced. t/m in- 75f1-1342.".
12.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - cooling system radiator - radiators filled, loco run up ok.".
12.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - lubricating system oil cooler - oil cooler replaced, checked ok.".
12.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - traction motor flashover - no 4 t/motor flashover - brushes replaced, com cleaned up.".
06.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "C - general - d/side windscreen wiper blade replaced, o/side eng room doorlatch repaired. heaters repaired and covers replaced.".
06.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "C - main generator - brush holder on m/gen repaired.".
06.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "C - mechanical equipment sanding gear - l1 & 2 sand pipes repaired.".
06.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "C - traction motor - cleat replaced in no 6 t/m, a/c loose.".
06.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "C - traction motor brushes - 9 brushes replaced on no 4 t/motor.".
30.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo repairs completed.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 30 L" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$246610"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"09.12.1964"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "QRN - West". [cp 5.2006]
More Pictures >
5.4.1987 Port Augusta GM31 smashed up side 5.4.1987 Port Augusta GM31 smashed up side

GM 31

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

8.1.1965Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.64/367
12.1971Hired to V/Line.
29.10.1976Returned.
21.10.1981Leased to V/Line again.
26.2.1982Returned.
19.3.1987Stuck by semi trailer at Crystal Brook. Loco ended on its side.
-Scrapped as a result of accident.
More Pictures >
27.11.1994,Birkenhead GM30 + GM32 on oil train

GM 32 -- 1801

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

27.1.1965Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.64/368
12.1971Hired to Victorian Railways.
28.3.1976Returned to Australian National Railways.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 32 G" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
08.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "TS - electrical maintenance - reverser - no power in forward - rvf 3-6 economy resistor replaced.".
20.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - bogie - shock absorbers , stabilisers & resilants checked ok a/c loco rough riding & vibration.".
28.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "TS - electrical miscellaneous burnt wiring - burnt wiring on plug base. plug to be replaced(a.s.a.p.)".
30.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "SW - electrical maintenance -wiring - wiring on plug base replaced a/c burnt.".
08.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "C - lubricating system - r6.wick changed a/c condition of oil.".
07.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "TS - no fault found - wheel squeal - no.2 g/case lubricant checked ok in depot. - g/case topped/up at m.e.d.previously a/c low.".
24.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "B - engine - basket bolts -re-torqued.".
12.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - bogie - g/case repair - no.2 g/case replaced.".
13.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - high beam switch to repair".
16.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - torn canvas - rear pressurising fan bee/hive canvas replaced".
16.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - engine - dislodged ceiling sheets - re-positioned.".
16.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - broken mirror - d/side mirror replaced.".
17.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - to be profiled a/c l.5 flange 9.5 (17/1)".
19.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "WT - removed 10mm. from no. 1,2&3 wheels removed 30mm. from no. 4,5&6 wheels.".
24.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification completed.".
09.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - engine - engine vibrations - repairs completed to cab equipment eg. loose side panels etc tightened.".
02.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "B - engine - vibration - full engine inspection completed a/c loco vibrations.no fault found.".
11.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "D - bogie - cracked g/case - no.4 g/case replaced.".
08.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "SW - auxillary machines - severe vibrations - aux/generator changed/out.".
31.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - to be profiled a/c l.3,5&6 flanges (8).(31/7)".
22.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - engine governor mechanical - leaking protector - engine protection device replaced.".
08.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - main res pipe in engine room repaired a/c leaking.".
18.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo face replaced.".
29.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - bogie - excess travel - brakes taken up/a/hole a/c no adjustment.".
29.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - fuel gauges - cleaned a/c could not see fuel levels.".
12.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - full set resiliants installed. - (old type were machined resiliants)".
19.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "B - no.2 t/motor change required a/c worn pinion.".
17.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "SW - no.2 t/motor to replace a/c worn pinion.".
01.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - bogie - hand brake repaired.".
14.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wheels - worn pinion - no.2 wheel set changed/out.".
14.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "SW - engine - load/test - completed a/c loco had been shunting.".
22.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - engine - oil leak - exhaust stacks tightened & top deck secured.".
27.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - bogie - slack adjusters lubricated,brakes adjusted.".
11.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - blocked filters - blocked filters - blower filters replaced.".
11.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - emergency brake on vig not operating correctly - distribut- ing valve replaced.".
24.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - oil leak - michianna gasket replaced and bogies cleaned.".
24.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - 1 no.g/relay - no.? t/motor cleaned/up.".
08.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "E - bogie maintenance - wicks - l1,l3,l5 & l9.r3,r4,r5 & r6 wicks changed.".
08.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "E - cooling system - changed engine water coolant, a/c very dirty.".
08.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "E - electrical misc. modules - 50 ohm resistor changed on bkp2, a/c open circuit.".
20.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - cracked fuel tank - repairs completed.".
22.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - faulty valve - distributing valve replaced.".
28.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - fuel system pump - seized fuel pump - replaced.".
10.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - general - d/side window placed correctly in tracks.".
10.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "a"end package checked ok for traffic,to monitor.".
10.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - "a"end package to monitor.10/2.".
17.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - bogie - package replaced ok.to monitor.".
17.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - brush holder no 3.motor .replaced.".
17.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "B - auxillary machines - rear blower motor replaced.a/c noisey.".
17.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "B - contactor miscellaneous - rvr contactor changed a/c burnt tips.loco getting w/slip.".
17.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "B - main generator brushes - 21 genorator brushes changed.".
17.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "B - traction motor brushes - no.5 t/m brush holder replaced.{9 o`clock.}.".
24.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - l2 wheelset condemned. sent to wtm.".
07.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - three unf socket head screws replaced in field shunt contactors,moving contacts, a/c missing. all were loose-retightened".
06.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - engine - engine run & blower tested ok.".
06.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor governor stripped & cleaned,refitted & tested ok.".
08.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - general - d/side window winder repaired.".
08.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - sound warning - horns repaired.".
31.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - cooling system water pump - d/side water pump changed (rhs),a/c leaking.".
31.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - general - d/side mirror replaced.".
31.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo changed.".
09.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "B - electrical misc. voltage regulator - voltage veg.changed.".
09.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "B - W.T.M.as soon as pos.wheels l3,l4.sharp flanges.".
12.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. voltage regulator - incorect v/regulator replaced ok.".
12.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - main generator - brushes too short and frayed,20 changed ok.".
01.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogie swap with GM18. direction tested ok.".
01.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wicks - wick inspection - 6 wicks changed.".
25.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "D - bogie maintenance - wicks - l6 & r6 wicks changed.".
25.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "D - cooling system radiator - 3 radiator baffle plates replaced, clips on radiator ceilingsheets repaired.".
25.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "D - electrical miscellaneous - chaged h.w.a. thermostat.".
25.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "D - engine water leak - no 16 water jumper line replaced, a/c water leaking.".
25.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "D - general - cushions on drivers seat replaced.".
25.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "D - vigilance - vigilance timing adjusted.".
27.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. voltage regulator - voltage regulator changed & several joints tightened.".
19.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - broken valve - magnet valve replaced in nose end of cab floor.".
19.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wheels - no's 1, 3 and 4 wheel sets changed a/c flats. laterals checked.".
21.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "B - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air leak in nose of loco repaired.".
30.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - general - locomotive would not start - flat batteries.jump started ok.".
18.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - overheating - thermostats replaced and repairs to water manifold bolts andface completed, loco checked ok.".
03.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - baffles in radiator replaced & repaired. radiator screens removed and cleaned.".
03.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - engine - no 6 cylinder head and piston replaced, a/c dropped head.".
03.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment brake valve - 70 lb feed valve replaced.".
13.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - rvf contactor replaced.".
13.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - continuous w/slip on no.4 t/m. brushes not making contact with comm. brushes replaced.".
11.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - blocked filters - air in-take filters changed, a/c blocked.".
11.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "UN - cooling system water pump - both water pumps changed.".
08.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "C - general - d/s mirror replaced.".
08.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "C - mechanical equipment brake valve - new auto brake valve fitted.".
08.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "C - pee pipe - pee pipe on no 4 power assembly changed, a/c broken.".
08.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "C - no 6 t/m to monitor, a/c breaking brushes on inside brush track. battery ammeter to fit when one available.8/4. front pressurising fan to monitor, a/c bearing noisy - nil stock.8/4.".
30.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 3 t/motor bellows replaced.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 32 G" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$246610"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"27.01.1965"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
12.10.2000Placed into long term storage at Islington Workshops. [cp 11.2000]
11.2000Returned to service.
16.1.2001Placed into long term storage at Islington Workshops. [cp 3.2001]
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "1801". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
12.2014Scrapped and sent to "Sims Metal" for cutting up. [cp 1.2015]
More Pictures >
22.7.1989,Cook GM33 + GM36 on Indian Pacific

GM 33

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

10.3.1965Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.64/369
18.12.1981Hired to V/Line.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 33 P" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
06.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "TW- lubricating system - high viscosity - engine oil & filters changed.".
13.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - broken pipe - oil pipe from governor to oil pressure gauge renewed.".
16.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - traction motor earth - no. 1. traction motor to replace a/c armiture to frame.".
18.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "B - traction motor - no.1. traction motor replaced.earth problem due to ballast in t/motor armature to frame.".
30.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - 1 no.battery replaced,a/c top exploded when starting.batterylifting gear installed.".
11.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - water leak - n010 power assy replaced a/c split liner.".
19.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - broken valve - broken valve - no.16 head/injector & piston replaced.".
19.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - engine governor mechanical - protector fault - paxton/mitchell replaced.".
28.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "A - traction motor - oily motor - `b'bogie removed to clean/out no.5 t/motor. - t/motor cleaned/up ok & bogie installed.".
12.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - shock/absorbers checked ok.".
24.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - bogie - brakes taken up a hole.".
24.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - engine - no 5 head replaced a/c broken valve.".
16.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "B - mechanical maintenance - air brake - independent release valve & distributing valve repaired.".
17.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - broken valve - broken valve - no.7 piston,head & injector replaced. - new set of lash/adjusters installed.".
21.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "SW - lubricating system - dilution - eng/oil & all fuel/oil filters changed.".
21.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "SW - overheating - hot engine - eng load banked and temps recorded on load testsheet. thermostats checked ok. fans checked ok. not faulted.".
04.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "E - engine piston - ring clearance excessive - no.2 piston & cyl/head replaced.".
16.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification completed.".
15.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "A - to be profiled.l.3(10),l.4(8),l.5(10),l.6(8)(15/2)".
15.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - engine governor - governor topped up with oil a/c engine would not run.".
16.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - no fault found - train/line fault - loco checked in depot.(not faulted)".
02.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "TS - battery maintenance - dead cell - 1 no.starting battery replaced.".
02.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "TS - broken valve - chipped valve - no.2 head replaced.".
14.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - engine - crank/case operation - valve bridges replaced(no.1 assy) (vacuum 2 1/2") - (lash/adjuster collapsed)".
14.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - radio repair - radio fault - d/side hand piece replaced.".
19.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "TS - blocked filters - 8" vacuum in sump - blower filters changed a/c clogged. - vacuum measured 4" after change/out.".
24.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - engine - crank/case operation - no.13 piston changed.(cracked) - paxton mitchell changed.".
05.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "TS - battery maintenance - dead cell - 1 no.starting battery replaced.".
05.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "TS - engine - crank/case operation -".
11.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "UN - engine - loco shutting/down - no.13 piston & new head fitted. - (bottom oil ring broken)".
14.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "TS - engine liner - worn liner - no.9 assembly changed/out. - new bottom insert installed.".
22.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" service defect: "TS - engine - loco stored a/c waiting on decision to repair.".
-Sent to Peterbrough for storage.
6.9.1990Hauled to Port Augusta after being stored at Peterbrough.
20.1.1994Stored Port Augusta.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 33 P" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$246610"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"10.03.1965"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored pug 20.01.94"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Sold to Great Northern Rail for use as a source of spare parts.
More Pictures >
5.4.1987 Port Augusta GM34 smashed up side

GM 34 -- 1802

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

2.4.1965Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.64/370
12.1971Hired to Victorian Railways.
1976Returned to Australian National Railways.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 34 B" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
01.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - flash on m/gen.cleaned/up.".
01.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - traction motor - bellow repairs - no.4 t/mtr.bellow strap re-located. - pin replaced.(missing)".
08.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - bogie - brake strap broken - r.4 brake strap replaced.".
08.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - engine governor mechanical - water leak - protection unit replaced.(tell/tale leak)".
23.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "SW - blocked filters - fuel in by/pass - suction strainer cleaned(sludge in body) - primary & secondary filters replaced.".
02.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - engine governor mechanical - water leak - protection unit replaced.(tell/tale leak)".
04.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - bogie - flat wheels - old bogies removed a/c flat wheels and no wheel thickness left to be able to machine at wt. ex GM25".
04.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - traction motor - n04 traction motor washed out a/c oily. all traction motors meggered to 20mohms.".
16.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - general accident - drivers side step straightened a/c level crossing accident.".
23.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - earth fault miscellaneous - earth fault / interpoles down to frame.".
18.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - body repairs - accident - step missing - o/side step fitted.(altercation with cattle)".
18.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & filters changed.".
10.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "D - bogie - o/side inside no.3.brake strap replaced.".
10.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "D - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
11.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - fuel system - fuel in bypass - spin on and sock fuel filters replaced.".
11.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine - eng load banked and recordings recorded. thermostats checked ok. ceiling sheet repositioned correctly".
14.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - electrical misc - fuses/holders - e.t.s. - checked ok.".
02.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous burnt wiring - burnt wiring - engine room light wiring repaired.".
02.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - engine governor - shut/down low idle - power pak in govn replaced.".
02.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sander valve - reverse sander valve replaced. - sanders unblocked & operating ok.".
02.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - broken cable - speedo cable replaced.(taken from GM16)".
27.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - bogie - brake gear repair - l/h no.6 outer brake strap replaced. - r/h no.1 brake pin replaced.".
31.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & all filters changed.".
01.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification completed.".
04.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine - o/side rear radiator fan replaced a/c not working.".
05.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake travels adjusted a/c long.".
16.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - radiator/pressurising fan - fan wiring deteriorated - wiring loom in hatch repaired. - both fans replaced.(o/side)".
16.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "SW - bogie - wheel condition - o/hauled bogies installed."a"bogie GM327. "b"bogie GM328.".
25.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - coupling repair - front knuckle replaced.".
30.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - rear receptacle - d/side rear repaired.".
15.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "SW - engine governor mechanical - water leak - protection unit replaced.".
15.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "SW - fuel system - air in by/pass - fuel filters & by/pass valve seal replaced.".
19.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - bogie - brake hanger mod.- completed. lateral clearance - checked ok.".
19.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - radiator/pressurising fan - seized fan - o/side no.2 radiator fan replaced.".
03.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - no fault found - rough riding - no fault found. sent into traffic under 80kph speed restriction.".
13.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - no.3 radiator fan replaced a/c seized. no.3 rad. fan contactor replaced a/c welded.".
08.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - general shutdown - loco shutdown-motor checked,oil pressure checked,tested ok".
12.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - l.2 outer brk/strap replaced.".
08.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken brake strap - r.3 brake strap replaced.".
19.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "E - bogie maintenance - wheels - l3 (5) r3 (3) l4 (3) r4 (4)".
19.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "E - bogie maintenance - wheels - l5 (4) r5 (2) l6 (8) r6 (5)".
19.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "E - bogie maintenance - wheels - wheels to be profiled l1 (4) r1 (4) l2 (0) r2 (5)".
19.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "E - to be profiled a/c l6 (8)".
30.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "b" end coupler changed.*".
07.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - 3 no.starting batteries to replace. (7/3)".
12.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "SW - battery maintenance - batteries - 3 no.starting batteries replaced.(dead cells) - charge rate checked ok.".
15.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - wheelslip - wheel/slip continuous - on inspection no.3 t/mtr u/s. - brush/holder blown apart,to M.P.C.".
15.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - haul to mpc for no.3 t/motor change.".
14.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment coupler - "a"end coupler replaced.".
14.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - wheelslip - no 3 t/motor replaced,a/c wheelslip.in-71-e1-1030. out-65-e11130.".
14.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - support plate under "a"end auto -coupler requires bolting in place,a/c no bolts available.".
18.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - bogie - wick check - no.3 wick checked ok after t/motor change.".
28.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - cooling system - low water protection device changed.".
28.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - mirror obs/side to replace.(used on GM30).28/6.".
21.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - lubricating system - no 16 rocker oil line replaced.".
23.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - lubricating system low oil pressure - load regulator pipe repaired,michiana filters changed,a/c low oil pressure.".
09.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - contactor miscellaneous - radiator fan contactor replaced.".
09.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - main generator brushes - 10 brushes replaced. one tension spring replaced.".
09.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - traction motor - no.5 t/m washed out.".
09.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - traction motor brushes - 23 t/m brushes replaced. a/c short,one was cracked.".
09.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - governor repairs.".
10.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. jumper cables - short in jumper cable repaired.".
10.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - engine governor electrical - governor fault repaired.".
18.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 4 t/motor replaced,a/c f lead blown apart.".
23.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - radiators cleaned out with steam.thermostats checked,ets set96degs.".
31.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - engine - hot engine,fans checked ok - ceiling sheet relocated".
19.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - general - cab heater o/side repaired.".
19.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - main generator flashover - m/gen.brushed out and insulators cleaned.".
08.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - to pt augusta,a/c oil cooler change.".
08.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - two batteries changed.".
08.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo cable changed.".
08.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vigilance equipment repaired & checked ok.".
19.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - bogie - no 6 gearcase repaired,crater added.".
19.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - sq/d valve adjusted,a/c overcharging.tested ok.".
26.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - battery maintenance - 1 battery replaced.".
26.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - bogie - r5 slack adjuster repaired.".
26.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - engine governor mechanical - governor repaired,a/c oil leak.".
26.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - lubricating system - oil line to governor repaired,a/c oil leak.".
07.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - bogie - no.5 concertina repaired.".
07.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor governor replaced a/c u/s.".
07.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - traction motor - t/m repairs completed.two new brush holders fitted to nos.2 and 5 t/m".
22.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - l4 and r6 wicks replaced.".
22.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - electrical miscellaneous - engine protection changed and checked ok. a/c would not shut engine down.".
22.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - other body repairs - obs. side mirror replaced.".
21.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air leak in nose repaired.".
29.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - vigilance - v/c not working correctly, v/c adjusted & checked ok.".
07.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "D - bogie maintenance - wicks - l4 wick + oil changed, a/c dirty.".
07.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "D - electrical misc. voltage regulator - voltage regulator replaced.".
07.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "D - fuel system - fuel sight glasses on tank cleaned & gaskets replaced.".
07.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "D - mechanical equipment sanding gear - r2 + r4 sanders unblocked.".
07.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no 2 t/motor replaced, a/c commutator damaged.".
17.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - engine governor mechanical - governor racks adjusted a/c gov change on day shift. gear position checked after rack adjustment & ok. loco notched up".
15.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - radiators washed.".
15.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - no fault found - loco checked for wheelslip no fault found. unable to find any water leaks.inspected radiators,pipes,etc".
29.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - engine water leak - water leak at rad fan thermo switches repaired, fans tested ok.".
19.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - no 6 wheelset replaced, a/c flat wheel. direction tested ok.".
19.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - drivers fan replaced.".
29.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - auxillary machines - alternator failure light on - aux gen field fuse replaced. alt slip rings checked ok. batt charge set at 71.5v.".
24.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - no.5 top traction motor brushholder to replace a/c lost all spring tension.".
27.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - traction motor brushes - no 5 top brush holder replaced.".
03.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - general shutdown - loco shut down and was unable to re-start. ** overspeed reset at mpc quick fix.***".
16.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - battery maintenance - battery replaced,a/c cracked.".
16.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - radiator contactor replaced,checked ok.".
16.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - radiator/pressurising fan - radiator fan replaced,fans checked ok.".
16.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - brush holder changed on no 4 t/motor.".
17.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - bogie - l4 slack adjuster replaced a/c siezed.".
17.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - engine - complete enginge inspection done and no internal leak found.".
17.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - re:water leaks. - two pipes to thermostat box on d/s re-flared. temp. gauge replaced a/c leaking.".
30.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - all brushes changed in no 5 t/motor, a/c short & pulled pigtails. also brush holder changed. no 6 t/motor cleaned &".
15.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - battery replaced - checked ok.".
07.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - bogie - l3 support bearing seal replaced.".
07.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - contactor miscellaneous - fan contactors replaced.".
07.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - general - "a"end package carrier bolts replaced.".
07.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - mechanical equipment sanding gear - r3 and l3 sanders unblocked.".
07.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "C - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air leak on r1 b/cylinder on gf repaired.".
13.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no.5 t/m changed a/c flats on commutator. axle condition questioned. checked ok and new bearings fitted.".
27.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - both r.v.f. 5 + 14 contactors changed, a/c burnt tips.".
27.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - earth fault miscellaneous - cleared control earth on d/side heater.".
27.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - no 9 & 15 pins in rear receptacle touching - repaired.".
27.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - electrical misc - fuses/holders - replaced "a"valve throttle switch.".
27.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - independent release valve changed,a/c wrong type (a7ec) had been used. air test ok.".
27.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - other body repairs - d/side mirror replaced.".
27.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - cooling system radiator - radiator side sealers replaced, a/c missing.".
27.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - radiator/pressurising fan - radiator fan contactor replaced, a/c fan not working - hot engine. fan checked ok.".
09.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment brake valve - auto brake valve replaced, a/c excessive rotary wear.".
09.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment coupler - "a"end coupling rod repaired and replaced.".
09.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - 24 b/blocks replaced, one brake shoe head replaced (l2).".
09.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - vigilance - vig control timing adjusted.".
20.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no.4 t/m has damaged commutator, a/c brush holder fell onto it. to be changed after service.".
06.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - bogie - t/m no.5 concertina replaced.".
06.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - cooling system - engine coolant changed.".
06.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - engine - tappet cover seals replaced, a/c leaking.".
06.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - general - observers side fuel sight glass replaced, a/c cracked. obs. side blower bolts tightened, a/c leaking oil.".
06.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - traction motor - no.4 t/m changed, a/c flats on commutator.".
07.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - replaced one battery, front d/side.".
04.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vigilance repaired - parts replaced that were originally removed, timing adjusted. vig operation checked ok.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - battery maintenance - front obs/side battery replaced, a/c leaking.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - bogie - "b"end rear bolster lateral shock absorber changed, a/c eye broken.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - cooling system - engine coolant changed.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - electrical miscellaneous - obs/side marker light fitting replaced.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - general - grill on obs/side heater replaced.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - traction motor - no.3 top t/m cover replaced, a/c no seals and oil leaking into motor.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "B - no.2 t/m armature to ground and ground relay to check.".
15.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - l1 and r6 wicks and oils changed.".
15.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment sanding gear - l3,l6 and r3 sanders cleared.".
15.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" service defect: "A - all t/m's to monitor, a/c suspect earth in no 2 or no 5.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 34 B" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$246610"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"02.04.1965"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
12.10.2000Placed into long term storage at Islington Workshops. [cp 11.2000]
11.2000Returned to service.
16.1.2001Placed into long term storage at Islington Workshops. [cp 3.2001]
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "1802". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
12.2014Scrapped and sent to "Sims Metal" for cutting up. [cp 1.2015]
More Pictures >
7.10.1996,Port Augusta - GM35 scrap track

GM 35

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

5.4.1966Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.64/444
17.12.1981Hired to V/Line.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 35 K" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
15.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - elect. misc. - gauges & instruments - faulty gauge - pull meter replaced.".
15.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo clock faulty - speedo mechanism replaced.".
15.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - no fault found - loco using cooling water - loco checked,no leak found.".
29.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - jumper/line leak - no.7 jumper/line & gasket replaced.".
29.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - using cooling water - no.11&13 head/gaskets & heads changed.(grommet leak)".
07.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "C - fuel system injectors - no 15 injector replaced -a/c leaking".
11.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "TS - no fault found - wheelslip - all contactors and main generator checked ok. transition checked ok.".
05.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "A - electrical miscellaneous - pull meter replaced a/c faulty.".
05.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "A - general - radio repaired a/c channel 5. faulty.".
07.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "WT - sent to mile end for brake adjustment".
07.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - broken valve - no.6.head & piston replaced a/c dropped valve.".
16.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "A - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
21.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - broken valve - broken valve - no.5 cylinder/head replaced.".
21.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - engine - blown test/cocks - no.13,15&16 replaced.".
30.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - no starting power - batteries topped/up a/c dry.(20 galls.) - charging rate checked ok.".
08.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation -".
16.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - earth fault miscellaneous - booked fro ground relay.main gen & tm's checked,no fault found.".
19.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - brush/holder cable repaired no.5 t/mtr. - (cable tracking to frame)".
09.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "TS - blocked filters - shutting down - michiana oil filters replaced a/c blocked.".
20.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - no.2 t/motor replaced.(fields to frame)".
30.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - bogie - no6 & 4 brake spreader bars replaced".
30.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - no 6 gear case cracked".
03.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - bogie - g/case cracked - no.6 g/case".
27.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "TS - engine piston - foreign noise in engine - no.8 assy.changed except rod. (generator end) - (piston holed)".
18.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - no.4 t/motor replaced.(armature holed)".
01.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "A - battery maintenance - battery change - complete set of batteries replaced with apollo batteries a/c 5 no. dead cells.".
18.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "C - no fault found - wheel/slip -".
15.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken straps - d/side no.3,4&6 inner brake straps replaced.".
15.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - r.4 thrust block & all resiliants replaced. - 4 no.stabilisers replaced.("b"bogie)".
30.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - booked for ground relays.returned to pt augusta for repairs.".
30.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "TS - hauled to pt augusta for repair".
31.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "SW - electrical misc. ground relay - - other t/motors checked ok. - m/gen & contactors checked ok.".
31.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "SW - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - broken brush in no.1 t/motor replaced. - (brush hitting frame of t/motor)".
01.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "TS - broken valve - dropped valve - no.7 head,piston & liner replaced. - no.16 head replaced,no.15 injector replaced.".
05.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - bogie - loco booked for rough riding,bogies checked ok in depot.".
05.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - a end auto coupler lever broken, rough riding".
09.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - front trip lever replaced a/c missing".
08.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheel/slip operation - r.9 resistor replaced.(open/circuited".
12.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - to wtm for profile.".
19.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - flange wear reading - recorded.".
19.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - traction motor - comm.check - no.3 t/motor comm checked ok a/c flats.".
29.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "TS - traction motor - armature to frame - no.4 t/motor replaced.".
03.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - traction motor earth - armature reading zero - no.4 t/motor replaced.".
26.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - door hinges replaced".
21.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - no fault found - vigilance problem - operation checked in depot,not faulted. (loco coupled to "a"end of el56 which had control hoses x"d)".
22.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "UN - bogie - "b" bogie shocker replaced r.h.s.a/c broken.".
26.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "D - pee pipe - no13 pee pipe changed,a/c broken.".
16.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "TS - general - lhs (obs)blower replaced.drivers heater element replaced.".
28.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "A - electrical misc. ac/dc relays - n.v.r. replaced,a/c coil shorted.".
31.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "B - 6 pistons to be checked, a/c u/s.31/7.".
5.8.1991Stored.
03.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" service defect: "SW - loco stored.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 35 K" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$254190"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"07.04.1966"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored 05.08.91"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Sold to Great Northern Rail for use as a source of spare parts.
More Pictures >
circa 1968,GM12 and GM36

GM 36 -- C.J.Stomann

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

11.5.1966Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.66/445
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 36 T" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
19.3.1987Stuck by semi trailer at Crystal Brook.
07.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - no fault found - rvr 3-6 contactor - loco not faulted in depot. chattering in rev.".
29.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - contaminated oil - oil & michiana filters changed.".
15.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - blocked filters - blocked filters - eng blower air filters replaced and also pressurising fan filters.".
04.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - l4 inner brake strap replaced a/c broken.".
21.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - bogie - broken strap - r.4 outer brake strap replaced. shock/absorber - r.4 shock/absorber replaced.".
03.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - electrical misc - fuses/holders - micro switch replaced a/c no power.".
07.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - vigilance checked ok.".
25.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - brake straps - o/side no.4 straps replaced.(inner broken) (outer bent)".
25.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - pipe bent - o/side no.4 sander pipe replaced.".
22.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - cracked wear plate - r.6 wear plate welded.".
22.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - engine - blown test/cock - no.13 test/cock assy replaced.".
12.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogie change - o/hauled bogies installed.("a"bogie GM201) ("b"bogie GM344)".
07.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - radiator/pressurising fan - fan rotation - no.1 radiator fan rotation corrected.".
02.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - overheating - fan contactor faulty.returned to pt augusta for repairs.".
03.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - contactor - radiator fan contactor replaced.".
03.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - mirrors u/s - both mirrors replaced.".
03.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - radio repair - radio fault - d/side hand piece replaced.".
17.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - engine turbocharger/supercharger - noisy blower - l/h blower replaced.".
01.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - bogie - brake hanger repair -".
06.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - modification - concertina mod.completed.".
10.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - shock absorber rubbers replaced a/c worn.".
10.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - main res. tap repaired a/c leaking.".
12.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - battery maintenance - six starting batteries replaced a/c open circuit.".
12.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - bogie - lateral clearance - checked ok.".
11.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - o/side no.4 shock/absorber replaced. - all shock/absorber rubbers replaced.".
17.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - no.6 wheel change a/c bad flat (17/8)".
22.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wheels - no.6 wheel welded - no.6 wheel set replaced. (bad flat)".
16.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding booked - shock/absorbers & stabilisers ok.".
24.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken straps - l.1 brake straps replaced.".
14.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough riding -all resilients changed,rubbers replaced,lubed.".
03.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - shutting/down - top deck oil/pipe repaired.(fractured)".
03.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - brake gear broken - l.1&l.3 inner brake straps replaced. - l.3 sander gear & brake strap pin repl'd".
11.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "E - radiator/pressurising fan - noisy bearing - d/side rear fan replaced.".
20.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "fa - traction motor brushes - no. 3 traction motor changed a/c comm end bearing failure.".
12.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - to be profiled a/c l.1 (8+),l.2(8),l.4(9). (12/2).".
28.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - traction motor earth - no4 tm disconneected a/c down,meggered ok.reconnected ,loco meggered ok.a/c earth on power".
24.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - traction motor - armature to earth - no.6 t/motor replaced.".
07.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - no 9,11,12 & 15 test cocks changed,a/c leaking.".
07.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - pee pipe - no 14 & 16 pee pipes changed,a/c broken.".
07.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 5 t/m very dirty,a/c top cover missing,replaced.".
07.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - no 9 piston to be changed,a/c excessive ring gap.".
31.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wicks - r5 wick replaced.".
31.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "C - engine piston - no 9 piston replaced, a/c excessive ring gap.".
31.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "C - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor safety valve replaced, a/c blowing.".
31.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "C - mechanical maintenance - air brake - obs/side "a" end main res hose replaced.`".
29.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end yoke replaced, a/c cracked.new coupling,new package.".
30.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - engine piston - piston disintergrated,power assembly replaced.".
30.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - no"15&10 wet piston tops.chrome on all liners damaged around ports.".
03.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogies swapped with GM 35.".
03.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - insulation worn - "f"cable on no.4 t/m reinsulated.".
13.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - steps replaced,a/c removed for GM 27.".
13.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 6 t/motor & wheels replaced.".
02.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - traction motor brushes - 7 brushes changed. a/c broken pig tails & cracked brushes.".
02.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - traction motor flashover - no.2 &5 t/ms have very slight flashes.".
17.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - engine - 2,5,6 & 9 main bearings reinstalled.oil filled up.".
17.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - fuel system - checked for fuel leak,no fault found.".
19.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - engine piston - nos.10,12.pistons and liners changed.noisy valve bridge on 4changed.".
19.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - main generator brushes - m/gen.had copper drag.wire brushed ok. pins replaced in both rear jumper receptables.".
19.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - traction motor brushes - brush holders top 5,and bott.4.replaced,andbott 2 adjusted. 2 arc chutes and clips replaced a/c broken.".
27.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - burnt contacts on rvr36 causing wheelslips - cleaned and checked ok".
14.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no 5 t/motor replaced,a/c gr's.t/m in-54e-163.out-51a-377. loco movenent tested ok.".
26.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - l1,l2,l3r1,r2,r5 wicks changed.".
26.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - fuel system injectors - nos 9,10,11&15 injectors changed.".
26.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - to be sent to wtm.".
22.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - feild shunt contactor replaced ex GM25.".
22.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - electrical misc - fuses/holders - g/r switch replaced a/c not resetting.".
22.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - no.3 t/m breaking numerous brushes. no.2 and no.5 t/m cleaned a/c flashovers.".
22.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - main generator flashover - main generator veed out and blown out. main gen. painted and cured.".
22.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - d/side rear brake cyl replaced.".
22.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "D - exhaust - 4 exhaust bolts replaced on stack above nos 1 & 6 cyls, a/c stripped.".
22.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "D - mechanical maintenance - air brake - copper pipe on front of loco replaced,a/c squashed.".
22.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "D - pee pipe - no 4 pee pipe changed, a/c loose.".
22.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "D - traction motor brushes - 4 brushes changed 1 in each brush holder all in the holders closest to the "v" ring, no 3 t/m.".
22.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "D - vigilance - 17lb vig control valve replaced, a/c vig u/s.vig tested ok.".
20.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - engine - no 2 rocker valve bridges replaced.".
20.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vig repairs completed. ex GM 25 penalty valve removed & put in GM36. loco tested ok.".
15.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - bogie - r4 axle box wear plate replaced.".
15.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - wicks l2 & r3 changed. oils changed in l2,r3,l3,l4 & r6.".
15.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - main contact tips of power contactor p36 replaced, a/c u/s pitted & burnt.".
15.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - electrical maintenance -wiring - a1 wire on wheelslip 14 relay found off, checked ok reconnected.".
15.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - engine - cam section for cylinders 5 - 8 changed, a/c damaged. cam poller changed on no8 injector rocker arm, a/c worn. no8".
15.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - no 3 t/motor to monitor, a/c comm has bad flats.".
05.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - battery maintenance - 2 batteries replaced,loco started ok,no gr's,meggered ok.".
24.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - t/ms 1&3 have flats and all pig tails pulled. no.2 had loose pig tail a/c bolt came loose.".
16.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - engine water leak - water leak at thermostat position repaired.".
16.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - oil filters - filters replaced, a/c michiana oil pressure high.".
13.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - bogie - "b" bogie replaced a/c wheels condemned.gm 203 out,gm 219 in".
13.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wicks - no 3 wicks replaced".
13.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no 3 tm replaced a/c flats and breaking brushes continually.".
19.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wicks - many wick bolts found loose,l5 wick replaced a/c no oil,axlechecked okay".
19.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - fuel system injectors - no 8 injector loose hence replaced.".
19.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - r4 brake cylinder replaced a/c leaking air.".
28.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - l2 wick replaced a/c dirty.".
28.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - engine water leak - marmon coupling rubbers to radiator replaced a/c leaking.".
28.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - fuel system injectors - no.7 injector changed a/c leaking.".
28.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - main generator - 3 brushes changed in main gen. a/c frayed pigtails.".
28.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - other body repairs - obs. side mirror replaced. electrical cabinet door padding repaired.".
28.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - no.1 t/m 12 brushes condemning limit also 12 on no.4 and 12 on no.6.".
25.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - electrical miscellaneous burnt wiring - rv6 cable & 2 busbars replaced.a/c melted. loom near busbarssuffered superficial damage only 7 has been retaped. static".
25.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - general - mirror replaced,d/s window winder repaired.".
25.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - main generator - main gen inspected ok.".
25.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - test cock repaired,a/c leaking.".
25.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - traction motor - t/m's checked ok.".
01.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - engine - engine blowers replaced,a/c fire damage. other fire repairs completed. engine room cleaned, loco tested ok.".
31.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - auxillary machines - all aux gen brushes replaced. slip ring brushes replaced. slip ring cleaned up.".
31.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment brake valve - vigilance emergency application valve repaired.".
31.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end coupler changed, a/c cracked.".
31.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - no 15 test cock replaced, ran up & tested ok.".
31.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 6 t/m replaced, a/c commutator burnt badly, brushes short".
01.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wicks - no 6 wicks checked ok.".
01.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous burnt wiring - lug replaced on coil of ptr, a/c blown off.".
20.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "a"end package replacement - package replaced, coupler replaced, a/c u/s.".
18.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - electrical miscellaneous - insulating block on hot plate replaced.".
18.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end coupler replaced, a/c cracked.".
18.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - other body repairs - rear door window replaced, a/c cracked.".
18.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "B - no 9 & 15 fuel injectors to replace, a/c wet pistons, nil in stock.18/11.".
07.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - electrical misc - fuses/holders - head light switch replaced.".
07.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - engine groun relaying on start up. batteries washed.".
07.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" service defect: "TS - radiator/pressurising fan - radiator fan changed, a/c siezed.".
14.2.1994Stored Port Augusta.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 36 T" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$254190"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"10.05.1966"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
Remarks:"stored pug 14.02.94"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.1995Sold to Seymour Railway Heritage Centre for $8500.
25.8.1995Left on its delivery run to Seymour.
-Transferred to broad gauge.
-Repainted in Commonwealth Railways red and silver.
-Named C.J.Stomann.
More Pictures >
9.5.1987,Brachina GM37 on coal train

GM 37 -- 1803

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

15.6.1966Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.66/446. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 37 F" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - welded wheel no.4 - o/hauled bogies installed. thin wheels.".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - - brk/cyl. pressure 310 kpa. air leak - front brk/pipe cock replaced.(leaking)".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - * brk/pipe leakage nil after cock change.before 75 kpa/min.*feed valve check - 500 kpa - 20 kpa.,490 kpa recorded.".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake test - brk/pipe pressure 495 kpa. - main/res pressure 112-124 psi.".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - rise in brk/pipe gauge/min.- nil. max brk/pipe drop - 2 p.s.i.before it re-charged.".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - single unit test - operation checked not faulted. multiple unit test - coupled to dl39 operation checked ok.".
31.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - no fault found - booking on flat wheels - wheels inspected,slight flats. - loco released to traffic.".
14.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - booked for flat wheels.checked ok in depot.".
03.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - bkp1 contactor economy resistor replaced a/c chattering. checked in power & dynamic ok.".
17.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - comp/govn discharging - comp/govn stripped/cleaned & reset. brake handle - ind/brake handle replaced.".
23.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - cracked flare - compressor govn.pipe replaced.".
23.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - faulty valve - compressor/safety valve replaced & set/up.".
02.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ac/dc relays - gfr lubricated a/c sticky.loco tested in power ok,a/c loss of power.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - alternator - ground relays - main generator cleaned up,a/c slight flashing.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - bogie - rough riding - 3 no.snubbers checked ok,on o/side front bogie.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - traction motor - traction motors ok,all t/motors meggered ok,10 m/ohms. transition tested ok.".
28.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - vigilance - no warning light - vigilance flasher unit replaced.".
21.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - blocked filters - blocked filters - eng blower filters replaced a/c pulling 25" vacuum.".
21.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - earth fault miscellaneous - earth fault - bl.1 wire & no.1 pin in govn.plug repaired.".
05.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - holed radiator - d/side no.4 radiator replaced.".
09.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification completed.".
02.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - broken pipe - cracked flare - compressor govn.pipe re-flared.".
03.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - stabaliser -".
07.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - m/generator cleaned/up.(megg.7) - test run ok after clean/up.".
17.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - cooling system radiator - holed radiator - d/side no.2 radiator replaced. - (h.r.joint on fan plug,molten alum.holed radiator)".
17.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - radiator/pressurising fan - h.r.joint - d/side no.1 fan plug & loom replaced. - d/side no.2 rad/fan loom replaced.".
22.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - engine cylinder heads - sheared studs - no.14 head replaced. (rocker studs)".
22.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & all oil filters changed.".
17.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "E - electrical maintenance -wiring - modification - no.22 wire installed.".
23.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - electrical maintenance -wiring - modification - electrical mod.completed.".
06.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - valves - independant release & independant valve changed. - brake release tested for 1 hour".
06.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - to be profiled a/c flats no.1 wheel. (6/6)".
12.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake not releasing - distributing valve changed. - loco checked ok.".
28.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - bogie - derailment check - completed,no damage evident.".
28.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - no fault found - losing power - loco checked in depot,not faulted.".
01.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - slight flash on m/gen.cleaned/up. pulled pig/tails - no.4 t/motor brushes replaced.".
01.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sander hoses - r.1&r.2 replaced.".
08.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - to be profiled a/c l.1&r.4 flanges (8). (8/8)".
31.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic fault - operation & regulation checked ok.".
20.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - traction motor - field wedging loose - t/motor change peterbororough.".
20.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - no.4 t/motor change a/c field wedging loose.(20/9)".
21.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "SW - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - no.4 t/motor replaced. - (field windings loose)".
15.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - fuel system pump - fuel pump failed-replaced".
06.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "C - other body repairs - o/side desk - removed.".
05.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - shockies u/s - 4 no.shock/absorbers replaced on rear bogie.".
18.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. voltage regulator - voltage regulator - changed/out.".
18.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - engine water leak - lost all water - marmon rubbers repl'd on pipe above o/speed".
20.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - engine governor mechanical - water leak - seals replaced on shut/down device.".
06.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - bogie - * failed on train no.3220 & detatched at stirling north *".
06.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - bogie - smoke from axle/box - 3 no wheel/sets changed "a"bogie. - l.4 cleaned/up a/c pick/up.".
15.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "WT - bogie maintenance - wheels - wheel profile - completed "a"bogie a/c 86mm wheels,compared - to "b"bogie 67mm wheels.".
16.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "SW - bogie - axle end - checked ok a/c previous repairs. (l.4)".
24.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TW- bogie - axle box lube - completed.".
24.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - contactor interlocks - rvr2 &rvr36 contactors replaced, a/c burnt & worn contact tips.".
24.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - contactor miscellaneous - replaced contacts tips, p14,p2,5.s23,p36.".
24.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - main generator flashover - 30 main gen brushes changed, a/c flashover.m/g cleaned & painted.".
24.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - lubricate reverser.24/7.".
03.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - b end yoke cracked.replaced yoke and package".
27.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - engine protection - engine protection unit replaced,a/c u/s.".
13.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - electrical misc - fuses/holders - cut out switch placed back in.".
13.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - t/motor's, grids, blower motor,gen & contactors checked ok. megger p= 5mohms,a/c gr's.".
28.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - radiator heat shield replaced.".
28.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - no 15 cyl head removed & head gasket replaced,a/c grommet leak.".
28.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - engine liner - no 15 liner replaced,a/c cracked.".
28.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - dyn/brake inoperative,a/c blown grid d/side.18/1.".
06.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - engine air filters - engine air intake filters replaced,a/c vacuum gauge reading in red.".
06.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - main generator - brush holder changed in main generator.".
02.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wheels - l4 and l3 wheels have sharp flanges. to be sent to wtm.".
02.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - dynamic brake burntout brake grids - d/side dynamic brake grid replaced.a/c burnt out. d/brake cut-out switch checked ok.".
02.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - rad. fan contact tips required.a/c nil in stock.".
02.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - engine water leak - d/s engine outlet water leak fixed.".
02.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - other body repairs - top deck cover repaired.".
29.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - general - fuel tank drained sent to wtm".
01.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - fuel system - fuel leak repaired.ok.".
23.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "C - no fault found - no water leak found.".
23.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "C - "b" end package to monitor.requires replacing soon.{next service.}.".
08.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - earth fault miscellaneous - low tension earth repaired.a/c wire rubbed through on back of engine control switches.".
08.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo checked -suspect not engaging in speedo unit. reconnected and found ok.".
14.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - general loss of power - loco used on control to see if problem persists.a/c recordedas having intermittent power loss.".
23.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - bogie - slack adjuster changed a/c seized. 15 brake blocks changed.".
23.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - general - dummy coupling "a" end replaced.".
23.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - insulation worn - t/m 4 cable insulation found cracked off on "a & aa" leads cables were reinsulation in bare areas. t/m 6 insulation".
23.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - no 3 cylinder intake ports to monitor.23/9.".
26.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - cooling system water pump - water pump changed & checked ok for water leaks.".
26.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - dynamic brake - dyn/brake cables fixed up,a/c gr's.".
18.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - 8 brushes changed in no 1 traction motor a/c ground relays loose pig tails".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wheels - no 6 wheelset changed, a/c flat wheel.".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - 5 wicks changed.".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - contactor miscellaneous - lead repaired on rad fan contactor.".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - engine cylinder heads - no 15 cylinder head replaced, a/c leaking plug on head.".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - general - drivers mirror replaced.".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - mechanical maintenance - air brake - distributing valve changed.".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "B - no 11 piston to change next service.18/12.".
11.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - GM37 lifted and placed on GM22 bogies. hauled to pt. aug.".
24.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - sent to pt augusta for o/haul.24/3.".
11.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment brake valve - auto brake valve replaced, a/c excessive equalising piston leakage.".
11.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake pipe leak repaired. d/s main res cock replaced, a/c blowing.".
28.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "A - dyn cut out, waiting for bkby contactor to be replaced.28/5.".
9.6.1994Cab caught fire near Coonamia. Port Pirie CFS attended.
14.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - traction motor - t/motor inspection completed. loco ok for traffic.".
14.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" service defect: "TS - 5 dyn brake grids req'd, a/c burnt. dyn brake fan to replace, a/c seized, melted blades. minor painting and cleaning req'd. dyn isolated and tagged.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 37 F" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$254190"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"07.06.1966"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
9.3.2002Sent to Western Australia to work the regular services. [cp 5.2002].
3.4.2002Left Perth bound for Adelaide. [cp 5.2002].
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "1803". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
2015Placed into storage at Dry Creek . [cp 3.2015]
More Pictures >
3.5.1989,Stirling north GM1 + AQKF944 + GM38 + CL15 + BL29

GM 38 -- 1804

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

22.6.1966Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.66/447. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 38 Y" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
03.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - exhaust - smoky exhaust - air/filters replaced.(clogged)".
06.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - engine turbocharger/supercharger - excess smoke from exhaust - l/hand blower assembly replaced. (blower failure)".
07.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - engine water leak - water leak - no water leak found. sightglass taps found turned off. taps turned on and water level in checked ok.".
07.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - lubricating system - fuel dilution - eng oil and oil filters changed.".
07.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - no fault found - ground relays - traction motors and m/gen checked ok.".
07.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TW- cooling system - water leak -no water leak found.".
07.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TW- electrical misc. ground relay - ground relay -trac motors & main gen checked &rep. megered ok.".
07.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TW- lubricating system - oil & oil filters changed a/c fuel dilusion.".
11.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - traction motor earth - no 2. traction motor replaced a/c fields down to earth.".
31.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - traction motor flashover - slight flash on no 5 tm cleaned.8-mg.".
06.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - p14 contactor & wiring replaced a/c burnt. bkb4 contactor replaced a/c burnt contacts,transition tested".
06.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - dynamic brake - 1 no.dynamic brake grid replaced,a/c burntout.".
12.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - to profile a/c r.4 sharp flange.".
14.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - worn blocks - all blocks replaced `b'bogie.".
14.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake test - brk/pipe 510 kpa,main res.800-865 kpa. - brk/cyl. 310 kpa.".
14.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brakes releasing using auto & ind/brk.(checked) checked control loco working (lead) & trailing loco dead ok.".
14.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - check ind.release hoses when releasing brakes quick release.multiple unit test - coupled to cl11.".
14.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - feed valve - checked ok. brk/pipe - rise in 1 minute nil.".
14.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - min/reduction - brk/pipe leak nil. - flow meter checked ok.".
14.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - pressure - brk/pipe gauge drop 12 kpa.".
14.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - single unit test - when ind.brk is on,all control hoses (4) air in control pipe when brakes applied.(checked)".
14.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - no fault found - dragging brakes - brake test completed,operation not faulted".
30.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - flow meter replaced a/c faulty.".
05.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. headlight - headlight replaced & dash lights repaired.".
05.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - overheating - no.1.thermostat changed a/c engine overheating.".
27.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - engine - basket bolts - retorqued.".
15.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - contactor interlocks - intermittant power - g-h int/lock on p2-5 contactor replaced".
15.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification completed.".
25.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vigilance - repaired.".
16.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio installation completed".
02.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "D - engine piston - no's 10,11,12 pistons replaced a/c ring clearance.".
02.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "D - main generator - main generator cowling rewelded a/c cracked welds.".
14.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - fuel system injectors - injector - no.3&6 injectors replaced.(spray from test/cocks) - (reported to sub/foreman as water-leak)".
06.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & filters changed.".
18.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - bogie - broken strap - r.3 inner brake/strap replaced. adjuster - r.3 slack/adjuster replaced.(seized)".
10.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - cab mods - completed.".
30.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - bogie - brake hanger mod fitted.".
30.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - dynamic brake - dynamic cables - re-insulated.".
30.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - traction motor - cable repairs - completed to no.3 t/motor.".
30.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - to be profiled a/c flats on no.1&3 wheels. (30/5)".
05.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - l1,l4,r4,r6 sands repaired.".
05.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brakes adjusted a/c ex wtm.hand brake chain repaired.".
05.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - r5 slack adjuster seized.".
08.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo clock replaced a/c glass broken. speedo reading reset".
11.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - no fault found - flat batteries - cell tested o.k. batts left to charge overnight.".
27.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wheels - thin wheels - wheels to run/out.".
04.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - "b"bogie brake strap pin replaced a/c missing.".
04.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. headlight - headlight replaced.voltage adjusted from 35 to 28v.".
14.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - o/side no.1 inner brake strap replaced. hanger bracket - l.3&r.1 replaced.".
18.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - "a"end f/mans side shocker replaced.".
20.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - cooling system radiator - losing water - d/side no.2 radiator replaced.".
21.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "C - radiator/pressurising fan - seized fan - d/side no.1 radiator fan replaced.".
21.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "C - bogie change required a/c wheels. (21/8)".
23.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wheels - unable to profile - bogies ex.gm33 installed.".
24.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - lubricating system low oil pressure - low oil pressure - oil line in top/deck to govn.repaired. - (copper pipe broken)".
25.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - to be profiled a/c l.3 flange (8). (25/9)".
04.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - brakes adjusted".
14.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - bogie - broken strap - l.3 brake strap replaced.".
14.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - to profile a/c r.6 flange (8) ".
13.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - wheel check fortnightly a/c flange wear.(13/12)".
20.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - new cable rubbers fitted no.5 t/motor.".
30.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - weekly wheel check a/c flange wear.".
07.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "SW - earth fault miscellaneous - l.t.earth -".
12.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - battery maintenance - flat batteries - 50 ohm resistor replaced a/c open/circuit. - voltage reg.adjusted,charge rate ok.".
28.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - starting problem - 4 no.starting batteries replaced.".
05.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - starting problem - 1 no.starting battery replaced. (dead cell)".
08.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wheels - wheels u/s - bogies ex.gm26 installed."a"bogie GM209. "b"bogie GM208.".
08.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - starting problem - 4 no.starting batteries replaced. - (new batteries installed)".
13.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - minor adjustment made to dyn/brake regulator on test run, a/c set to high.".
12.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - fuel tank side panels replaced.".
15.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ac/dc relays - n.v.r.replaced.".
27.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "E - bogie - resilient thrust rubbers changed on r1,r3,r4,r6,l1,l3,l4 l6.".
27.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "E - traction motor brushes - 2 bottom brushes changed in t/motor no5.4 changed in no4 t/m".
27.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - electrical misc - fuses/holders - engine room light switch replaced.".
27.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - engine piston - 7 pistons replaced,no's 1,2,5,7,8,9,15.".
27.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - sound warning - alarm bell repaired.".
27.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - traction motor earth - no 2 t/motor replaced,a/c earth on armature.in-65-f1-1069. out-62g-100.".
18.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - electrical misc - fuses/holders - 150a aux gen fuse replaced,a/c blown.".
18.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. voltage regulator - bn6 wire found off voltage regulator,replaced.".
12.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - no 14 head replaced.".
12.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - engine piston - no 14 piston replaced.".
12.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - fuel system lines - 2 fuel lines replaced, a/c leaking.".
12.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - michiana filters changed.oil changed.".
18.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - main generator - main generator brushed out.".
18.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sand box welded at elbow.".
17.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - bogie - 3 axle box wear plates re-welded,a/c cracked.".
17.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - cooling system - engine water drain pipe welded,a/c broken bracket.".
15.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end package, yoke, follower block & coupler replaced. coupler support plate welded,a/c cracked.".
18.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. voltage regulator - voltage regulator replaced,a/c u/s.".
18.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - engine - n0 3 & 5 power assembly replaced,a/c piston u/s.".
18.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - no 9 test cock replaced,a/c leaking.".
29.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "C - engine - no 6 power assembly installed & tested ok.".
16.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - electrical misc - fuses/holders - engine protection unit repaired.".
16.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no.1 t/m checked o/k.-meggered o/k.".
03.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - auxillary machines - all brushes changed on auxillary gen.a/c too short.".
08.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - battery maintenance - battery charging rectifier replaced."b"end cable renewed & lug repaired.".
04.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "SW - bogie - bogie change completed.lube check & movement test completed.bogie in "a"end,gm341-out,gm209.bogie in "b"end,gm342-out,gm".
09.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wicks - r6 wick replaced,a/c dirty oil.box cleaned out & support cap sealed.".
29.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - bkp1 contactor replaced a/c burnt out.-movement test in power and dynamic.-static test ok.".
29.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - observers side window winder replaced.{ex GM 19}.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - dynamic brake - dyn. brake interlock mag. valvereplaced a/c has volts but noaction.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - radiator/pressurising fan - radiator fan plug and receptacle replaced.-fan direction tested ok.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - traction motor brushes - 6 t/m brushes changed a/c condemning limit.".
02.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - no fault found - engine checked ok.-suspect prolonged idling was cause of oilfrom blower drain.".
27.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - bogie - l1,l2,l3 l4, l5, r4 & r5 axle box wear plates rewelded, a/c cracked welds. no 4 gear case tightened.".
27.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - all wicks checked ok.".
27.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - general - mirror replaced.".
27.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment compressor - air comp gov change completed.".
27.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment sanding gear - l2,r2 sanders cleared.".
07.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - "b" end m.r. cock drivers side replaced.".
07.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - traction motor brushes - replaced brushes in t/m 2,3 & 4, a/c pulled pigtails & flashes on commutator. replaced brushes in no 5,a/c mixed brush".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - general - light fitting replaced in engine room. seat covers on d/side seat replaced ok.".
12.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - no6 w/set instaled. new thrust blocks fitted to l6.".
22.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - no.3 axle box replaced. { pinion side}.".
22.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no.3 t/m replaced. a/c earth.".
27.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - auxillary machines - brush holder on aux. gen. changed a/c brush was not sitting properly.".
27.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - main generator - main gen. washed out a/c full of oil. all brushes were then replaced.".
27.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - dynamic brake burntout brake grids - dynamic brake grid changed a/c burnt out.".
24.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. loose connections - wheelslip wire tightened on wheelslip resistor.".
24.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment - hand brake chain replaced a/c broken.".
24.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment coupler - "a" end package replaced.".
24.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - traction motor brushes - all traction motor brushes replaced in no 2 tm.oil in no 3 tm to monitor.".
17.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - no fault found - suspect fire on no 2 t/m, unable to fault.probable cause grass on brake shoes caught fire.loco sent on control.".
01.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - no 3 nose suspension pins & plate replaced.".
01.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 6 t/m gearcase bolts tightened.".
12.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - no 4 wheelset replaced,a/c l4 condemned. direction tested ok".
22.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "D - engine air filters - blower air filters replaced,a/c dirty.".
22.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "D - lubricating system - oil supply line on rear of eng repaired,a/c broken.".
22.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "D - mechanical equipment brake valve - distributing valve replaced,ex GM 18.".
22.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "D - mechanical equipment coupler - "a"end uncoupling arms repaired.".
05.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - contactor interlocks - new bkp1 interlock box exchanged, a/c wrong type. loco direction tested ok. power/dyn time delay check ok.".
08.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - 1 battery replaced. loco to traffic.".
13.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - all motors inspected,some brushes changed in all motors,a/c too short.".
13.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - traction motor flashover - no 4 motor had slight flashes - foreign material removed.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - r1,r2,r3,,r6,l1,l2,l3l4 & l5 wicks replaced.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - main generator - main generator washed out.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 2 t/motor commutator repaired,a/c damage.".
18.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "SW - bogie - bogie change completed. direction tested ok. l5 brake cylinder changed a/c leaking.".
26.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - blocked filters - engine air intake filters replaced a/c blocked.".
26.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - hand brake chain shortened. hand brake ratchet repaired andlubricated.".
15.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - blocked filters - dynacell filters replaced, a/c filter 'minder' indicates blocked.".
15.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - mechanical maintenance - air brake - no 12 test cock replaced.".
15.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "B - no 15 top ring chipped, to monitor.15/10.".
23.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - engine - hot engines - loco disconnected from load tank, hot engine thermostat reset.".
23.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "TS - oil filters - michiana filters changed.".
11.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - roof sealed a/c water leaking in around whistle cord.".
11.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - traction motor - two wires hanging from no.6 t/m repaired.".
18.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. voltage regulator - voltage regulator replaced a/c u/s.".
24.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "SW - general - to be placed into storage at pt augusta until further notice".
30.12.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - bkb3 contactor replaced.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 38 Y" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$254190"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"22.06.1966"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
9.3.2002Sent to Western Australia to work the regular services. [cp 5.2002].
10.4.2002Left Perth bound for Adelaide. [cp 5.2002].
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "1804". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
More Pictures >
4.2.1986,GM39 (green) and GM46 (silver) Stirling north green/gold maroon/silver

GM 39

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

5.7.1966Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.66/448. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 39 A" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
12.10.1988Caught fire near Wirrappa. The entire front of loco burnt.
23.2.1990Tender called for disposal.
More Pictures >
27.12.1988,Keswick GM21 + GM40 Indian Pacific

GM 40 -- 1805

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

25.1.1967Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.66/526. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
23.4.1970Collision at Reid. Sent to Clyde for rebuild.
6.6.1972Returned to service.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 40 T" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
1989Engine room damaged by fire near Port Pirie.
07.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake burntout brake grids - blown grids - 3 no. grids replaced.(o/side) -".
27.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "D - engine water leak - water leak - no.16 jumper/line & gasket replaced. - (leaking at gasket)".
03.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - no fault found - suspect valve - compression readings taken on all cylinders. - unable to fault.".
16.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wheels - brakes dragging -loco to wheel trueing machine (adelaide).".
16.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brk/pipe pressure 500kpa. main/res pressure 790-860 kpa. brk/cyl pressure 310kpa. brk/pipe leakage -nil.".
16.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - feed valve check - 500kpa-20kpa checked ok. rise in brk/pipegauge in/min nil.".
16.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - max brk/pipe drop -2lbs,before it recharged. single unit test - operation checked & not faulted.".
16.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - multiple unit test - checked with al-21&dl43. control loco working (yes),trailing loco dead (yes).".
22.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "SW - traction motor - no 4 traction motor replaced a/c cables burnt.".
12.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - broken valve - suspect valve - no.12 cyl/head replaced.".
18.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - window repair - o/side window relocated in regulator.".
03.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wheels - condemned wheel - no.5 wheel/set changed.".
03.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - engine cylinder heads - low compression - no.9 cyl/head replaced.(bent valve) - no.10 " / " replaced.(burnt valve)".
25.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - 1. number battery changed a/c terminal blown off.".
14.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
28.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - batteries low - charged o/night,batteries picked/up. - cell tested batteries,all checked ok.".
14.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "SW - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - brushes replaced in no.3 t/mtr.(broken) - t/motor cleaned/up & others checked ok.".
19.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - o/hauled bogies installed.".
22.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification completed.".
09.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - engine governor mechanical - crank/case operation - no.15 assembly replaced. - (liner holed,conrod & piston u/s)".
09.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & all filters changed.".
06.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn brk - dynamic brake g/relay protection circuit mod comp.dyn brake cut out mod completed & rheostat protection c/ct".
06.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheelslip & brake warning mods completed.tested ok.".
23.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - - t/motors & m/generator checked ok.".
23.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - sft relay replaced.(burnt out) - cr31 replaced.(shorted out)".
23.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - radio repair - faulty unit - radio unit replaced.".
04.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer -
04.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - radio repair - radio fault - convertor replaced.".
14.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - lock u/s - spring replaced d/side door lock.(spring broken)".
06.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sand/pipe repairs - r.6 sanding gear replaced.".
25.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - bogie - brake strap cracked - r.3 outer strap replaced.".
23.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic fault - regulator re-set. - grids & contactors checked ok.".
23.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - earth fault miscellaneous - earth fault - rear recepticle repaired.(o/side rear)".
01.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - engine - engine revs - engine mech. and elect. checked o.k. injector changed a/c rack movement stiff.".
22.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - broken valve - broken valve - no.16 power assy.changed/out,except con/rod.".
18.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - broken valve - dropped valve - no.4 cylinder/head replaced.".
28.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - bogie lift a/c shock/absorber & stabilisers. l.5 axle box & support beasrings.".
31.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "SW - bogie - axle/box - l.6 replaced.".
31.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "SW - bogie - rough/riding - all stabilisers replaced,clevis rods ok. - l.5 support bearing replaced.".
03.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - broken valve - burnt valve - no.9 cylinder head replaced.".
07.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - losing water - temp.gauge on water pipe in valley replaced.".
24.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - worn rubbers - stabiliser rubbers replaced.".
24.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - losing water - marmon clamp replaced.(broken)".
24.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - worn knuckle - rear knuckle replaced.".
16.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "E - engine - no.3 and no.8 power assemblys to be monitored a/c high ring-land wear".
27.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - engine - crank/case operation - no.6 assy replaced.(piston holed)".
31.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - engine - exhaust checked ok,clean & no carbon build up.".
31.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - general - loco run in notch 8,no evidence of foreign bodies emitting from exhaust.".
31.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brakes checked ok,no evidence of dragging.".
09.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - bogie - two inside spreader bars replaced a/c broken no4 axle".
10.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - fractured oil pipe - oil pipe to blowers repaired.".
10.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - fuel system injectors - injector seized - no.11 injector replaced.".
18.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "SW - lubricating system - oil & water change - completed a/c lab report.".
17.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - cracked flare - oil line from blowers reflared.".
17.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - fuel system - shut/down (no fuel) - fuel filters replaced.".
17.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine report - loco checked ok.".
15.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TW- battery maintenance - battery voltage set to 72.5v at notch 8".
27.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic brake warning in power - batteries flat & low to earth ( 0.4 m control).".
01.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - general - "a" end draw-gear changed.".
13.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - dynamic brake burntout brake grids - blown grid - d/side rear dynamic grid replaced.".
13.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - electrical misc. voltage regulator - modification - voltage regulator mod completed.".
11.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic fault - dyn/brk regulator replaced & set/up. - (regulator taken off GM38)".
11.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - no fault found - no power - loco coupled to cl11 which had no power fault. - (check fault history on cl11)".
12.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake regulator - dynamic regulation - checked & adjusted.".
21.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - no power after dynamic - loco checked in depot,not faulted.".
02.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "F - engine - o/haul - completed.".
07.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - continuous wheel/slip - rvr5 contactor replaced.(tip holed)".
15.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - bkp2 contact no 1 filed flat,a/c metal transfer due to high current across contact.wss c+a contacts had been transposed".
15.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - electrical misc. ac/dc relays - p.d.r. replaced,a/c faulty.".
05.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - "a"end package to be monitored.5/2.".
23.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - electrical miscellaneous - replaced main contacts on s45 & s23.no 3 thermostat replaceda/c broken & continuously operated.".
23.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - fuel system injectors - no 5 injector changed.".
23.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment compressor - air compressor governor pipe repaired.".
29.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment - no.4 injector pin and clip replaced a/c missing.no.12 clip replaced a/c missing.".
29.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor unloaders checked and lubricated.".
14.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "C - bogie - gearcase lug rewelded.a/c cracked.".
14.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "C - contactor miscellaneous - bkr contacts changed.".
14.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "C - cooling system - coolant water changed and system flushed.".
14.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "C - traction motor brushes - 33 t/m brushes changed a/c condemning limit.".
14.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "C - no. 2 top t/m brush holder to monitor.".
02.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - bogie - bogie hose changed on "a"end obs/side.".
02.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - 2 wicks replaced.".
02.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - m.r. hose "b"end replaced obs side.".
29.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - engine - r.h. engine blower fitted and bolts torqued.".
29.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - exhaust - exhaust bolts torqued up. loco sent on loaded trial run & tested ok.".
07.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - r6-r3-r2.wicks changed.ok.".
07.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - fuel system injectors - no 14.injector changed.".
07.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - general - no9.water jumper line changed.".
04.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - lubricating system oil cooler - oil pipe from govenor to load regulator re flanged a/c broken govenor end".
01.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - l1,l2,l3,l4,l6,r1,r3,r4 & r6 wicks changed.".
01.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 4 t/m blower replaced,a/c seized.".
06.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - rvr5 interlock box & rectifier replaced,a/c loco did not go in reverse direction. loco ok.".
06.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - h.p. valve removed from compressor & repaired. comp run up ok.".
06.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - no 4 & no 6 t/m's to monitor,a/c vibrations.6/4.".
07.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 5 t/m blower floor area welded up,a/c cracked. loco started & fans operated ok. loco direction & power test ok.".
12.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - contactor interlocks - interlock box on p14 refitted a/c loose. insulation removed from contactors.".
12.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - traction motor earth - no.2 traction motor changed a/c earth fault.".
09.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - no 9 cylinder head changed,a/c valve not seating correctly. all work completed,loco to traffic.".
22.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - t/m blower fan to be replaced when stock available 22/6. water leaking inside "airbox" water rail near cyl no 9.22/6.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - engine room - engine room washed, loco sent back into traffic.".
03.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - traction motor brushes - full brush change in no's 1,3 & 5 t/motors, a/c short brushes, (hammers resting on brush holder window). 6 brushes".
08.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "D - bogie maintenance - wicks - l1,r3 & r6 wicks changed, a/c dirty. oil replaced.".
08.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "D - lubricating system - gaskets on oil cooler replaced, checked ok.".
08.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "D - mechanical maintenance - air brake - bp cock "a"end repaired, a/c leaking. "b"end brake pipe hosereplaced.".
08.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "D - radiator/pressurising fan - pressurising fan replaced, a/c u/s.".
08.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "D - traction motor brushes - all brushes changed in no 4 t/motor. all but three changed in no 6 t/motor.".
08.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "D - rhs rear main/res leaking air at barrel union.8/9.".
14.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - general loss of power - d/b gr's - no fault found with d/brake.".
14.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - no oil leaks found.".
07.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TW- dynamic brake - gr's in dynamic. grids all checked ok. fan and cables checked ok.".
07.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TW- electrical miscellaneous - "ae" and "be" wires in left of cubicle butt joined with new wire a/c drill bit sticking into them and touching frame.".
07.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TW- traction motor - no.3 t/m had 3 brushes changed a/c burnt pig tails.".
19.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - engine - valve & injector timing checked ok, racks checked ok.".
19.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - engine air filters - engine intake filters replaced.".
19.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - exhaust - spark arrester cap replaced, a/c missing.".
10.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wheels - no.4 and no.6 wheel sets changed.".
10.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - fuel system injectors - fuel injectors changed.".
10.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - general - loco load tested, a/c over heating.".
10.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no.4 and no.6 t/m changed, earth on armature.".
10.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - valve bridge/lash adjuster - valve bridges changed.".
13.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - engine - blower gaskets replaced, a/c leaking. air box water leak repaired.".
13.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - rhs rear m/res. leaking air at barrel union. tightened and checked ok.".
13.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - vigilance - vigilance valve replaced.".
13.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - t/m blower fan to replace when stock avaiable.13/1".
04.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wheels - no 6 wheel set changed, a/c suspension bearing failure.".
04.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment brake valve - independent application valve replaced, a/c taken for GM 27.".
04.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor filler cap replaced, a/c removed for GM 43.".
04.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no 6 t/motor changed, a/c suspension bearing failure.".
11.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - no 6 t/m missing 2 cleats, cables hanging loose, refitted cables. inspected grids and blower motor. inspected t/m's.".
11.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - general - pressurising filters replaced.".
11.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - main generator - insulated main generator cable, hadn't rubbed through, loco meggers 2 mohms h.t.".
11.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - comp safety valve replaced.".
11.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - pressurising fan direction reversed, a/c sucking instead of blowing.".
05.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - l1,r3 wicks replaced and oil changed.".
05.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - cooling system - water cooler repaired, a/c fan hitting condenser.".
05.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - dynamic brake burntout brake grids - middle grid drivers side replaced, a/c flashing to grate at back.".
05.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - main generator - 2 brush holders replaced in main gen, a/c shunts broken.".
05.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment coupler - "a"end coupling lever straightened.".
05.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "B - radiator/pressurising fan - rad fan contactor (no1) 2 stationary contacts replaced, a/c silver lifting.".
18.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - loco to wtm, a/c flat wheels.".
06.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - no 9 head changed, a/c dropped valve.".
06.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - water leak on l/h water rail repaired.".
11.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - no 2 t/motor replaced, a/c bottom brush holder flashed and melted. connecting cables lug also melted. all other t/m's".
11.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "TS - main generator - main gen checked ok.".
13.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - no 2 radiator d/s replaced. loco tested for leaks.".
13.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - no 2 rad fan replaced, a/c bearing u/s. rad fan contactors replaced, a/c welded contacts. rad fan".
03.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake test, a/c skidded wheels - brake test completed ok. visual inspection of brake pipes under loco checked ok. 1 ir".
24.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - fuel system pump - flick spring replaced on fuel pump, a/c missing.".
24.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - other body repairs - obs/side mirror replaced.".
24.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - radiator/pressurising fan - radiator fan changed, a/c u/s.".
24.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 6 t/motor concertina repaired, a/c not sitting properly.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 40 T" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$249870"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"25.01.1967"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
9.3.2002Sent to Western Australia to work the regular services. [cp 5.2002].
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "1805". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
2015Placed into storage at Dry Creek . [cp 3.2015]
More Pictures >
27.7.1989,Kalgoorlie station washing GM41 windscreen

GM 41

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

9.2.1967Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.67/527. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
30.5.1982Involved in head-on collision at Nurinna, Western Australia.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 41 F" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
14.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - blocked filters - burnt filters - all front pressurising fan filters replaced a/c burnt. spark arresters to check next service a/c loco".
14.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - blocked filters - required for traffic. GM41 with GM23 when fire occurred.".
14.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - no fault found - front pressurising fan checked ok.".
14.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - spark arresters to check next service.14/7.".
02.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "SW - engine governor mechanical - water leak - protection unit replaced.(tell/tail leak)".
08.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "SW - lubricating system - oil changed a/c fuel dilution.".
17.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - fuel system - cracked fuel tank - fuel tank degassed at the roundhouse andrewelded. tank filled and checked ok.".
09.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - pin missing - l.3 brake strap pin replaced.".
01.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "WT - brakes to adjust".
16.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - micro swich to replace,a/c no d brk.".
17.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - electrical misc - fuses/holders - micro switch on controller for dyn brake replaced a/c faulty".
17.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
27.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - contactor welded - contactor welded - bkb4 contactor replaced. (no power)".
18.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - no fault found - - tested in depot 450 amps in dynamic.".
18.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - no fault found - 300 amps in dynamic - contactors,grids & rheostat checked ok - dbr,bwr set/ups checked ok.".
07.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - no fault found - no power - loco set/up as single unit & tested. - (no fault evident)".
16.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - derailment repairs - no.4&5 g/cases replaced.".
16.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng/oil & filters changed.".
16.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - pipe damage - pipe work on rear of loco repaired. (air leaks)".
19.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification.".
15.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - o/side no.1 brake straps replaced.".
15.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine report - fan operation checked ok.".
27.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - high initiation - micro/switch bc-bl replaced. - rheostat replaced.".
08.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - brake strap - r/hand no.3 inner brake strap replaced a/c broken.".
17.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - engine governor mechanical - water leak - protection unit replaced & tested ok.".
30.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - l4 sand pipe repaired.".
07.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - no fault found - wheel/slip operation - loco checked & test run completed. - loco not faulted.".
18.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment sanding gear - hoses & nozzles missing - d/side rear bogie sanding gear - replaced.".
24.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding 100 km/h - stabilisers & shockies checked ok.".
19.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - r.3 inner brake strap replaced.".
08.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic brake mod completed.".
22.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "B - dynamic brake - dyn/brake modification - completed.".
18.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - 3 shockers renewed.".
18.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - general - no2 gearcase replaced a/c damaged.".
20.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - stabilisers - l.1,3&4,r.1&3 turned over.(fitted incorrect)".
20.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wicks - wick check - completed.(checked ok after trial run)".
20.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - traction motor suspension bearing - bearing damage - r.2 support bearing replaced.".
02.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. voltage regulator - regulator failure - voltage regulator changed. - wiring corrected.".
07.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - no.3 support bearings to replace. no.6 t/motor & support bearings to replace. (7/8)".
09.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "SW - traction motor suspension bearing - bearing failure - no.6 t/motor & support bearing changed. - both support bearings replaced.(no.3)".
10.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wicks - wick check - completed,no.3&6 wicks checked ok.".
17.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "E - to be profiled a/c r.4 flange (8). (16/8)".
01.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - valve faulty - auto/brake valve repaired.".
21.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "SW - mechanical equipment sanding gear - *(rear e.p.valve stuck open,forward e.p.valve closed)*".
21.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "SW - mechanical equipment sanding gear - couldn't maintain air - rear sander e.p.valve cleaned. (sanders cut/out) - forward sander valve cleaned.".
08.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "SW - air conditioning - air/cond.installation - completed.".
17.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - stabilisers/shockies checked ok.".
17.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - new set resiliant rubbers installed.(emd) - thrust blocks r.1,2&3 replaced.(damaged)".
17.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - cable re-insulated on no.1 t/motor.".
14.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - con/rod failure - compressor replaced.(ex GM39)".
15.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "C - battery maintenance - dead cells - 7 no.starting batteries replaced. - charge rate checked ok.".
19.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - general - d/side window winder replaced,a/c broken handle.".
19.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - toilet pan - replaced,can be used as lead unit.".
05.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - dynamic brake - bkb4 left side cleaned.".
05.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment - no.5 test cock replaced.".
05.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - distributing valve replaced.a/c auto brake u/s.".
05.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - jumper cable to replace. a/c nil stock.".
11.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheel/slip operation - bkp-2 contactor replaced.(burnt tips)".
04.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "B - engine air filters - engine air intake filters replaced.".
04.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment sanding gear - 2 sanding hoses replaced.".
14.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no 2 t/motor replaced,a/c w/slip.out- 67l1-1178. loco ok on trial run.".
26.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - general - repaired d/side heater.".
26.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - main generator - 10 main generator brushes changed.replaced main gen brush clip,a/c missing.".
06.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - alarm bell repaired.".
06.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - no fault found - ground relay circuit checked ok/reported as u/s.".
19.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "B - air conditioning - air-con checked ok.".
19.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "B - bogie - no.6 gearcase tightened and re-shimmed.".
19.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - r4 and r6 oil changed in suspension bearings. r4 wick changed.".
19.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "B - earth fault miscellaneous - earth on control located and repaired. damaged wire to d/b interlock.".
19.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "B - electrical miscellaneous - wvr coil u/s. relay replaced.".
25.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - sent to wtm a/c bad flats.".
25.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - r6 brake cylinder replaced a/c not releasing correctly. no.4 control pipe repaired a/c bad air leak.".
03.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - jumper receptacle repaired a/c damaged.".
16.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - 5 wicks replaced on "b" bogie, a/c dirty.".
16.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - electrical miscellaneous - repaired hot lug elect cab, rp terminal.".
29.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - l1 axle box inspected, a/c bras in oil. axle box washed out lateral clearances checked ok, axle box lubed.".
20.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - bogie - shock absorber rubbers replaced and no1 shocker.".
28.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "C - bogie - no.6 "c" clamp replaced a/c wearing away.".
28.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wicks - l6,r6 wicks changed account dirty.".
28.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "C - electrical miscellaneous - rhs mu plug face plate replaced account cracked and broken.".
28.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "C - pee pipe - both p/pipe hoses replaced.".
29.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - fuel system - top of fuel tank washed, a/c fuel leak.".
05.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - bogie - bogie change completed (bogies ex isl).".
05.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - electrical miscellaneous - diode (c9) in field shunt contactor circuit replaced, a/c open circuited.".
05.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 6 t/motor replaced, a/c cable rubbed through unto armature causing g/r & flash.".
26.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - wheelslip - no 2 t/motor replaced,a/c wheelslip. loco sent on trial run tested ok.".
29.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - p1 & 4 contact tips changed, a/c pitted.".
29.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - overspeed to repair, a/c worn lobes on shaft.29/7.".
03.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - exhaust - exhaust clamp "b"end replaced, a/c cracked. "a"end clamp - nut replaced.".
17.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - engine - all rocker gear removed and rplaced with ex GM25 rocker geara/c worn on back of rocker.".
17.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment - lobes on o/speed shaft all worn. lobes welded{built up}.".
03.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedometer chart record roll changed".
16.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - engine - c/case shut down - loco inspected. engine top deck area checked ok. engine started and no signs of engine smoke.".
01.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - engine - nos 1 & 9 power assemblys changed, a/c crankcase explosion. all conrod dowells checked ok.".
09.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "B - other body repairs - rhs engine porthole replaced, a/c cracked.".
09.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "B - traction motor brushes - brushes replaced on no4 t/motor, a/c worn down to pigtails. comm cleaned, top brush holder removed and burrs filed off.".
10.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - rvf 14 contactor replaced, a/c intermittent w/slip. trip lever pin changed, a/c bent.".
08.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - engine - no 15 head and piston replaced, a/c dropped valve.".
08.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - engine protection - changed engine protection device, a/c leaking water.".
08.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - all brake blocks replaced, a/c dragging blocks.".
09.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TW- mechanical maintenance - air brake - safety valve replaced on compressor, a/c blowing.".
02.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - all t/m brushes replaced. bottom brush holder on no 5 t/m changed.".
23.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - air conditioner belts replaced - spares also put on. new safety guard fitted.".
30.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - no 4 t/motor replaced, a/c gr's (armature to earth).".
22.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - contactor ep valves - 75v magnet valve replaced.".
22.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - cooling system water pump - r/h/side water pump changed, leaking.".
22.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - engine air filters - blower intake filters replaced.".
22.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - engine piston - no 13 piston replaced.".
22.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "A - fuel system injectors - no 4 injector replaced.".
11.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - ground relays in lt - t/motors checked as precaution.".
14.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - traction motor earth - no 3 t/motor replaced, a/c earth fault. new bearings fitted.".
21.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. headlight - headlight "b"end checked out ok.".
21.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "TS - exhaust - exhaust clamp fitted.".
03.07.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - no fault found - compressor blowing oil out of filler cap - checked, no faultfound.".
19.08.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" service defect: "UN - b/blockes changed lubed mech & elect s cheched ok".
16.3.1995Caught fire near Bolivar due to an electrical fault.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 41 F" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$249870"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"09.02.1967"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
-Withdrawn.
-Sold to Great Northern Rail for use as a source of spare parts.
More Pictures >
30.9.1986 GM 42 at Keswick

GM 42 -- 1806

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

27.2.1967Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.67/528. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
25.1.1971Collision at Port Augusta.
6.6.1972Reentered service after rebuild.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 42 Y" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
22.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relays - no.2 t/mtr.cables re-insulated under metal cleat - on out/side of motor.".
26.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - wire relugged a/c gauge light not working.".
26.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - tooter tugger replaced a/c worn.".
01.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "TS - contactor welded - bkb4 contactor changed a/c welded.".
08.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - r1.pedestal liner replaced a/c worn.".
10.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air in control pipe when brakes applied.(checked) check ind.release hoses when releasing brakes quick release.".
10.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake test - brk/pipe 500 kpa,main res.790-860 kpa. - brk/cyl. 315 kpa.".
10.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brakes releasing using auto & ind/brk.(checked) checked control loco working lead) & trailing loco dead ok.".
10.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - feed valve - checked ok. brk/pipe - rise in 1 minute nil.".
10.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - min/reduction - brk/pipe leak nil. - flow meter checked ok.".
10.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - multiple unit test - coupled to GM45.".
10.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - pressure - brk/pipe gauge drop 20 kpa. single unit test - when ind.brk is on,all control hoses (4)".
24.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "D - contactor interlocks - m1,m2,interlocks on brake relay cleaned,high resistance ok.".
02.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - br cleaned.(interlocks).loco tested ok in power & dynamic.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - engine piston - no.4 piston & head replaced a/c excess ring clearance.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - lubricating system - r6 wick & oil changed.".
03.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - engine - load/test - completed. (oil cooler to be replaced) - load/tested a/c hot engine reports.".
10.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - engine cylinder heads - feathered collets - 1,2,3,5,9,10,12,13&15 heads replaced.".
10.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - engine piston - excess ring/land clearance - 3,5,9,13&15 pistons replaced.".
10.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - lubricating system - contaminated oil - eng.oil & filters changed.".
10.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - overheating - hot engine reports - load/test completed. - o/hauled oil/cooler installed.".
10.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - valve bridge/lash adjuster - valve bridges - new set installed.".
14.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - exhaust - omitting black smoke - no.8 injector replaced.(tip broken)".
19.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - fuel system injectors - fuel knock - injector racks adjusted.".
31.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - grommet leak - no.4,9,10&12 head gaskets replaced.".
31.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification completed.".
09.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - cooling system radiator - radiators - full radiator bank change/out.".
09.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - dynamic brake - modification - dynamic protection modification completed.".
23.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - electrical miscellaneous - train line mod. - train line receptacle pins changed, t/line pin 20/22 installed.tested-more tests req.".
03.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "TS - dynamic brake cut out Port Augusta shift foreman advised. power clerk advised loco to detatch at Port Augusta x7261".
04.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn brake - b.k.b.micro switch replaced a/c faulty.".
04.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - water leak - no 10 head replaced a/c leaking water.".
04.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - engine liner - water leak - no's 9 & 12 power assemblies replaced a/c leaking water.".
04.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - r.2 bolster spring replaced.(broken) - shock/absorbers,stabilisers & resiliants ok.".
22.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - bogie - brake mod.- brake hanger mod.completed.".
22.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - loco to trail a/c rough riding. (22/5)".
24.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic brake testing - completed.".
30.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brakes adjusted a/c ex wtm.".
30.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "WT - bogie maintenance - wheels - wheel profile - completed.(profiled a/c rough/riding)".
06.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - losing cooling water - no.14 jumper/line replaced.(pin/hole)".
14.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - lateral clearance - checked ok.".
14.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - thrust/block worn - d/side no.3 thrust/block replaced. - axle/end cleaned/up a/c slight damage.".
28.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - l.1 inner/outer straps replaced. hanger brackets - replaced l.1 a/c broken off".
28.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - rear recepticle - bakelite section replaced.(d/side rear) (back/plate broken)".
02.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - bogie - rear draw bar replaced a/c crackeed.".
27.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - - l.1 stabiliser replaced.(leaking)".
27.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - l.3 thrust/block replaced. - new set of resiliants fitted.".
30.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - to be profiled a/c flanges l.4(8),l.5(9)&l.6(8).".
02.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brakes adjusted a/c ex wtm.".
26.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - broken pipe - unloader pipe to compressor repaired.".
26.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic fault - p3-6 contactors replaced,tested ok.".
28.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - door seals - re-positioned & glued.".
28.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - radio repair - radio fault - d/side hand/piece replaced.".
03.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - high initiation - loco tested in dynamic with cl9. - loco not faulted.".
08.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "E - skim no.2 wheel a/c excess flat. (8/11)".
16.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - air conditioning - air/cond. - installation completed.".
27.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - clutch failure - nil clutch in depot,released to traffic. - re-rostered for repairs.".
27.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - to be re-rostered for air/cond.repairs. (27/2)".
08.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "TS - air conditioning - a/cond guard replaced over belts.".
08.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air leak - m.r. and no3 pipe hoses replaced.".
08.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "TS - other body repairs - broken glass over headlights replaced.".
22.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - "a"end train pipe cock repaired.".
10.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - guard broken - air/cond.belt guard repaired.".
10.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - thin wheels & rough/riding - bogies ex.gm40 installed. - "a"bogie(gm341),"b"bogie(gm342)".
10.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic fault - b.r.cleaned/up,contactors & grids checked ok - operation ok.".
05.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - engine water leak - losing water - no.3 jumper line replaced.(cracked)".
05.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - short brushes - 90% t/motor brushes replaced. - (12,500 km over due for service)".
19.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - dynamic brake - high initiation -".
19.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - heater - o/s heater element replaced.(new element installed)".
23.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn/brake isolated.".
23.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dyn/brake to repair.23/7.".
09.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "C - contactor interlocks - er interlocks cleaned,a/c alternater failure light & alarm.".
09.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "C - dynamic brake - dyn/brake drawing 700a in notch 1 on trial run.".
09.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "C - dyn/brake cut out,to be monitered.9/8.".
03.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - h.t. cable to grids reinsulated a/c ground relays in d/b.".
03.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - o/side step replaced".
13.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - bf aux contacts cleaned,a/c dirty.".
13.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake setting - dyn/brake set up completed.".
13.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - cr 31 replaced,a/c short circuit.".
26.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - auxillary machines - aux.gen.shaft replaced a/c air con.belts replaced.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - engine - heads fitted, 16 no. korody kolyer pistons. no. 8 & 10 mainbearing caps machined, top deck head seats not machined.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - engine - o/haul & v/line thro' working mods completed - engine x GM40serial no.64-c-48 installed. 16 no. new chrome liners, recon".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - other body repairs - air fridge fitted in alcove to replace w/cooler & ice box, 3no. retractable coat hooks and new bremshey seats fitted.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - other body repairs - brake valves exhausted outside loco, vig elapsed time gauge removed, cab painted to national standard colours (3tone).".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - other body repairs - coupling lights fitted, marker lights modified and relocatedboth ends of loco.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - other body repairs - drivers dash remodelled (a & b bogie bke cyl gauges, speedo,and national standard fault lights incorporated).".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - other body repairs - flat bottomed sunvisors fitted, alarm bell replaced with sonalert, centre cab light & 300 watt head lights fitted.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - other body repairs - roa cab lock fitted to d/s door, jammer type door handles & extensive sound proofing of cab (measured level- 84 dba max)".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - other body repairs - windscreen washers fitted, shadow board and tools fitted in engine room. brake valves duplicated both ends.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - electrical miscellaneous - no dynamic brake and no transission faults rectified after first trial run - ready for traffic 1600 hrs 23/3/92.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - general - locomotive not transfered to M.P.C. overnight a/c operationsnot due to loco not ready.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "F - broad gauge bogies to be fitted, impact resistant windscreens to be fitted, high speed test to be completed.".
25.3.1992Transferred to broad gauge.
27.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - bogie - wear plates on draw gear replaced.".
27.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wicks - wick check ok.".
27.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - contactor miscellaneous - rvf14 left main contact not picking up properly. {intermittent.}causing w/slip in reverse only.".
27.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - elect. misc. - gauges & instruments - ammeter changed.".
27.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air leaks on rear brake hoses repaired.".
27.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo bracket installed.".
27.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - paint work touched up.".
16.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - d/brake cable replaced with new lug,a/c rubbed through -gr's".
06.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - two new door handles fitted.access door on nose of loco has new bracket and pin locking device.ok.".
10.5.1992First trip to Melbourne after being converted to broad gauge.
14.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "a"end coupler replaced.".
15.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - engine cylinder heads - head & piston replaced, torqued.".
15.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - engine liner - no 14 liner replaced a/c cracked.".
15.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment coupler - coupling light, a-end drivers side replaced.".
05.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - impact resistant windsreens fitted. tinted side windows fitted.".
28.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - general - v/line mods completed. as per listed on file.".
04.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - broken pipe - oil feed pipe in top deck repaired. a/c broken.".
04.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - cooling system radiator - right hand bank of radiators checked and found ok.".
04.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment - overspeed reaired a/c not shutting engine down - a/c lever hits pipe work. handle shortened and checked ok.".
04.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - valve bridge/lash adjuster - valve bridges changed no.1 head a/c noisey.".
04.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - air compressor drive pulley u/s. 4/9/92.".
09.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - general - door catch & latch fitted to nose compartment door.".
09.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - front cow catcher modified to suit wide (bg) bogies.".
27.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake setting - dyn/brake set up checked & reset ok, bwr setting set ok. d/bpot ok. loco tested in mpc yard ok.".
27.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - electrical misc - fuses/holders - coupling light switches ok.".
02.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ac/dc relays - br relay replaced,a/c burnt out. wiring to br relay replaceddiode checked ok.".
10.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - bkb1 contactor replaced, a/c burnt out. rectifier replaced.".
13.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic time delay adjusted, dynamic reconnected.".
30.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - air conditioning - wiring to air conditioner clutch repaired.".
30.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - engine cylinder heads - oil return pipe on no 1 head repaired,a/c broken flare.".
26.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "C - contactor miscellaneous - burnt tips - rvr3-6 contactor replaced. fsd timing adjusted a/c too slow.".
26.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "C - mechanical equipment - broken drain hose on fridge replaced.".
26.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "C - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air leak - front train pipe cocks repaired.".
26.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "C - other body repairs - number light glass seal replaced a/c u/s. body around nose area fibre glassed a/c split and painted.".
26.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "C - traction motor brushes - brush holder in no2 t/motor adjusted a/c too high.".
26.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "C - traction motor brushes - comm damage - top brush holder replaced a/c hit comm. comm cleaned up, hooked, veed out and blown out.".
31.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - bogie - lateral clearances checked & adjusted,resilient rubbers replaced,a/c severe side slap.".
31.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end package replaced.".
05.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - air conditioning - air conditioner belts replaced.".
17.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - no fault found - no fault found - rough riding - lateral clearnces checked and resilient rubbers on 'a' bogie ok. shockies all ok.".
28.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogie rotation completed. 1 lateral shock changed. bolster springs checked ok. safety bracket bolt topped out & bracket".
28.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 1 t/motor replaced, a/c comm damaged & worn bearings causing side slap.".
25.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - radiator/pressurising fan - changed no 1 fan contactor,a/c worn tips.".
28.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - loco lifted and internal brake cylinder leak repaired.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no's 1 & 2 t/motors replaced,a/c interpole to earth.".
11.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wheels - split pins replaced, a/c missing in no's 2,3,4 & 5 gearcases".
11.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - engine - inspection cover seal replaced in no 15 bottom cover.".
11.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - other body repairs - d/s mirror replaced.".
13.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "SW - bogie - new bolster springs and packing plates fitted. clearances 1 1/2 inches. bogies re-connected and direction tested ok.".
23.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - main res pipe from rear rhs reservoir repaired, a/c leaking.".
06.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - engine cylinder heads - lash adjuster no 4 cylinder replaced.".
06.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 6 t/m air bellows repaired.".
06.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "A - o/speed will not shut loco down.6/11.".
25.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - wheels - sent to wheel turning machine, a/c 2 inch flats on no.6 wheel set.".
25.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "TS - engine governor electrical - micro-switch to "c"valve replaced, a/c shorted and "c"valve was stuck in.".
28.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - electrical misc - fuses/holders - cv micro switch replaced, a/c jammed closed.".
28.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment brake valve - brake valve change - dist valve, dead eng device, flow metereq rev valve, isolating cock replaced. distributing valve".
12.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "b" package repairs completed. "D" pocket rewelded.".
13.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "D - fuel system - 60lb fuel valve changed, a/c fuel in 2nd sight glass, fuel strainer changed also.".
13.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "D - main generator - 25 brushes replaced on main generator.".
20.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - cover over air conditioner manufactured and fitted.".
12.6.1995Transferred to standard gauge.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 42 Y" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$249870"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"27.02.1967"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
5.2003Repaint in ARG livery and give a full overhaul. [cp 5.2003]
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "1806". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
More Pictures >
8.10.1988,Port Augusta locos GM43 + L252 + AL24

GM 43 -- 1807

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

mechanical equipment - 'a' end coupler replaced a/c cracked.".
23.3.1967Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.67/529. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 43 A" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
15.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - shoe damage - 1 no.brake shoe repaired.(burnt) thin blocks - several blocks replaced a/c burnt & thin.".
22.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - electrical misc - fuses/holders - blowing fuses on - cr4 changed,bridge wire removed. jump/start.".
29.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "A - electrical miscellaneous - battery charge rectifier bridge wire replaced a/c too heavy gauge wire.".
14.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - all resiliant rubbers inspected,checked ok.".
14.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo faulty - cable renewed.".
17.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment brake valve - bent pin - top of independent brake valve replaced. - ( locating pin bent ) brake operation tested ok.".
13.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogie change completed".
16.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wicks - all wicks checked ok.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - fuel system - split fuel tank - plate welded on tank & tested ok.".
22.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment - rear draw gear replaced a/c cracked.".
11.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn brake disconnected.".
15.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - dynamic brake - dynamic fault - rheostat repaired,regulation checked ok.".
18.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf modification completed.".
07.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "A - engine liner - no.7 power assembley replaced a/c split liner.".
01.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - electrical misc - fuses/holders - control/fuel pump circuit breaker booked faulty.checked ok in depot.".
12.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - cab modification - completed.".
24.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - blocked filters - fuel in by/pass - filters changed.".
24.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - - 4 no.shims on r.4 axle/box.".
24.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - - r.4 & l.2 thrust blocks replaced. - r.4 axle/end ground a/c scored.".
24.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - r.1,2,3,4 & l.2 stabilisers replaced. - new set resiliant rubbers fitted.".
05.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken brake straps - inner/outer straps replaced.(l.3)".
10.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - bogie maintenance - springs - missing bolt replaced l1 shocky.".
10.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay's - main gen. and t/motors checked o.k. h.t meggered 10 megs.".
24.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - resiliants - new set installed.(several worn) lateral clearance - checked ok.".
24.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - r.3&l.4 thrust blocks changed.(worn) axle/box l.4 - cleaned out a/c brass shavings.".
29.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - radio repair - austrac fault - repairs completed.".
29.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - booking on rough/riding. ".
23.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - excess travel - several blocks replaced,brakes adjusted.".
23.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - broken receptacle - o/side front plate on receptacle repl'd. - 3 no.pins replaced.(damaged)".
23.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - smashed window - d/side window replaced.".
26.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - bogie - worn thrust pad - l.4 thrust pad & resiliant changed.".
26.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - no.4 wheel/set to replace a/c axle/end damage.".
26.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "SW - bogie - axle/end damage - no.3 wheel/set,axle/boxes replaced. resiliants worn - 5 no. replaced.".
26.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - springs - broken spring - r.4 bolster spring replaced.".
30.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "A - to be profiled a/c r.5 flange (8+).".
02.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - bogie - lost axle/box plug - o/side no.3 bottom plug replaced. - axle/box re-filled,no damage evident.".
02.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - traction motor - cover dis-lodged - no.2 t/motor repositioned. - (set/screws re-fitted)".
08.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - no fault found - no power after dynamic - loco checked in depot,not faulted.".
18.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - engine - crank/case operation - no.16 head,piston,pee/pipe & injector(pee/pipe broken) - replaced.".
20.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - air/cond.installation - completed.".
15.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wheels - l3 (3) r3 (3 ) l4 (2) r4 (4 )".
15.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wheels - l5 (8) r5 (8 ) l6 (5) r6 (4 ) 15/01/91".
15.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wheels - to be profiled l1 (5) r1 (3) l2 (4) r2 (2.5)".
01.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - fuel system injectors - eng smoking - no12 injector replaced a/c faulty.".
05.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relays - all t/motors cleaned/up.(severely flashed a.k.) - (sporanious voltages)".
05.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engine report -".
14.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken pipe - brk/cyl pipe replaced.(ex GM28)".
26.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn/brake surging,checked ok on test run.".
16.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - air cond regassed.".
07.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - radio repair - radio repaired,uhf @ vhf as previously reported.operation tested all okay.".
19.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - engine turbocharger/supercharger - foreign noise - l/h blower replaced. out serial no.65f10. in " no.66h84.".
07.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - no.8 @ 16 pistons have a small amount of rust on top to monitor.drivers side windscreen chipped in bottom right hand corner.".
04.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "SW - battery maintenance - dead cells - 5 no. batteries replaced.".
04.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "SW - o/side water/pump to replace. ".
05.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "SW - cooling system water pump - 2 new water pumps installed.".
09.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - cooling system water pump - water pump repairs l/s completed, a/c leaking.".
10.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - starting problem - 2no.starting batteries replaced.".
30.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - l4 radiator replaced, a/c leaking.".
30.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - general - gauge light globes replaced. drivers side whistle repaired.".
30.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - oil filter leak repaired.".
29.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - cooling system radiator - no 3 radiator lhs changed, a/c leaking.".
29.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - exhaust bolts to replace.".
10.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - electrical miscellaneous - engine protection device changed.".
16.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - bottom brush holders in no 2 t/motor replaced,brushes replaced,a/c ground relays.".
24.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "E - bogie - 5 axle box thrust rubbers replaced & adjusted lateral clearances.l6 axle box wear plate renewed.".
24.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "E - engine piston - worn ring land - n08 piston replaced a/c worn ring land.".
24.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "E -
24.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "E - "a"end coupler to change.24/10.".
19.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "A - general - obs/side w/wiper motor replaced.".
03.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - auxillary machines - modification to auxillary gen.guard completed.".
03.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - electrical maintenance -wiring - wire to regenerative interlock repaired-a/c cause of skiddedwheels.".
03.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - traction motor earth - no.5 t/m changed. a/c armature to frame.".
09.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. transition - transition tested ok.".
09.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - traction motor - all t/ms cleaned.-trial run ok.-".
10.01.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ac/dc relays - generator field relay changed.".
13.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - electrical misc - load regulator - load reg. brushes changed.-comm. cleaned.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - elect. misc. - gauges & instruments - battery charge ammeter replaced.a/c u/s.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - electrical miscellaneous - hot engine alarm not working.-repaired.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - exhaust - three exhaust bolts replaced.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - main generator brushes - 10 m/gen. brushes replaced.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - mechanical maintenance - air brake - l4 slack adjuster replaced.a/c stripped.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - traction motor brushes - 3 brush holders replaced in no.1 t.m.{bottom;bottom side, top side.}.no.4 bottom brush holder replaced.no.6 t/m top".
08.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - no fault found - loco checked ok in depot,no fault found.loco sent on trial run,ok,a/c ground relays.".
22.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - main generator - m/generator checked ok.".
22.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - no fault found - loco sent on trial run to locate earth fault.no fault found.loco to traffic with ground switch capable of being pulled.".
22.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - traction motor - t/motors checked ok.".
25.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "F - later transfer to broad gauge".
28.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "SW - electrical maintenance -wiring - dim switch wiring repaired.".
28.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "SW - general - cab repairs, windscreen wiper washes replaced.".
28.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "SW - other body repairs - brackets made & fitted to step.".
28.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - earth fault miscellaneous - control earth found on vigilance air pressure switch in vig box. vigilance now working.".
28.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - traction motor - t/motor blower beneath water tank replaced, a/c noisy.".
28.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - l.h.water pump to change next service, a/c leaking when cold.28/10.".
02.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - loco sent on trial run, a/c gr's, no fault found.".
7.11.1992Transferred to broad gauge.
16.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "A - cooling system water pump - lhs water pump changed.".
16.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "A - engine - retorque completed.".
27.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "SW - air conditioning - air conditioner compressor clutch repaired, tested ok.".
30.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - cooling system water pump - l.h. water pump changed, a/c leaking when cold.".
15.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo drive & speedo head replaced,a/c broken.".
15.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - drivers side steps replaced,a/c collision.".
26.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "C - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake cylinder pipe repaired, a/c loose.".
18.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - bogie - shocker bushes repaired. washers in wrong place.".
18.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - general - clock roll removed by inspector.".
18.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - general accident - coupling handle straightened. coupling light repaired a/c damaged in accident with car at level crossing.".
08.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - obs/side main res pipe rethreaded & fittings tightened. train pipe cock tightened, both on "a"end.".
18.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "A - bogie - axle boxes topped up. suspension bearings topped up.".
18.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "A - radiator leaks to monitor.15/10.".
30.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - bogie - bogie rotation completed. direction tested ok.".
06.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - electrical misc - load regulator - load reg. brushes changed, a/c outside one down to pigtails.other brush badly burnt. to be monitored.".
06.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - electrical misc. jumper cables - "b"end jumper recepticle repaired, a/c loco driven off with cable still attached.".
06.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - general - coolant drain cock tightened, a/c leaking. elect. cabinet door re-sealed.".
06.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - traction motor brushes - no.1 t/m top brush holder replaced, a/c could not fit brushes in.".
06.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - load reg. brushes exessive wear, to monitor.6/1/94".
27.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake pipes repaired, a/c damaged in derailment. accident cost code w.c.81.".
26.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment coupler - couplers levers straightened.".
26.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "A - radiator/pressurising fan - o/s front fan not working - one phase wire replaced from contactor to fan. checked ok.".
31.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - ruf14 and ruf2 contactors changed.".
31.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - transition checked ok.".
31.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - power and dyn sequence check completed.".
31.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - traction motor brushes - new brushes installed in all t/motors.".
18.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - bogie - r1 resilient thrust pad and brass changed, a/c overheating.".
18.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - electrical maintenance -wiring - wiring repairs in d/stand completed, a/c melted.".
18.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "B - exhaust - no 9 exhaust stack repaired.".
01.07.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" service defect: "UN - traction motor - t/motor blower changed, a/c noisy. tested ok.".
7.6.1995Transferred to standard gauge.
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 43 A" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$249870"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"23.03.1967"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "1807". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
More Pictures >
8.5.1993,Port Augusta - GM44 + EL51

GM 44 -- 1808

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

26.4.1967Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.67/530. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
28.1.1983Hit side on by a truck whilst hauling a coal train.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 44 J" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
03.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - * wheel/slip & brake warning is indicated on same light *".
03.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheel/slip in dynamic - d.b.r.replaced.(not regulating) above 300-500 amps. - dynamic operation tested ok.".
14.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "E - bogie maintenance - wheels - l6 wheel replaced a/c out on the g gauge.".
31.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - 2 no. batteries replaced.".
31.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - rvf2 changed a/c contacts not making.".
31.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn brake regulator changed a/c u/s. d/brk ground relay circuit installed,d/brk isolation switch installed.".
31.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake burntout brake grids - 3 no.grids replaced on d/s a/c fire. dyn brake fan motor o/hauled. h.t.cables repaired.".
31.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - lubricating system oil cooler - oil cooler - replaced.".
31.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - traction motor flashover - bogie changed a/c severe flashovers in no.3 & 6 trac motors..".
31.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - brake warning light seperated from wheelslip light. loco test run ok.".
15.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - high lead reading - eng/oil & filters changed.".
30.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - cooling system water pump - r/h water pump replaced a/c leaking.".
07.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - contactor interlocks - no amps after dyn brake - interlocks m1-m2 on the br relay cleaned a/c high resistant.".
08.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - bogie - worn blocks - all brake blocks replaced & brakes adjusted.".
12.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake burntout brake grids - grid holed - all grids replaced d/side.(new grids no.2&3)".
12.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio mod completed.".
25.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - bogie - lubricant check - completed.".
25.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - general accident - derailment exam - bogies, underframe, gears, gearcases, t/motors & cables checked for damage.".
24.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - bogie - bent horn/stays - r.1-r.6 hornstays straightened. - (all hornstays bent on o/side)".
25.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - bogie - worn thrust pad - r.6 thrust pad replaced. brass filings - axle/box drained,wash-out & re-filled.".
11.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment coupler - broken yoke - rear draw gear assembly replaced.".
14.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "SW - dynamic brake - grid replacement - 3 no.grids replaced.(o/side)".
08.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - bogie - brake hanger mod completed.".
08.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo fault - cable replaced.".
08.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - collapsed winder - o/side cab window/winder repaired.".
14.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - vigilance control modification. (14/9)".
21.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "SW - auxillary machines - aux/gen - replaced a/c pulley fitted for air/cond.mods.".
18.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "D - return to islington for air cond.testing".
08.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - air/cond.check - completed.".
22.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - air conditioning - bearing failure - comm end bearing in aux/gen.replaced.".
03.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - no fault found - air/cond.fault - unit operation checked in depot.(no fault)".
18.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - bogie - l3-10 r3-6 l4-5 r4-5".
18.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wheels - l5-10 r5-3 l6-10 r6-4".
18.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wheels - wheel reading 18/01/1991 l1-8.5 r1-2 l2-3 r2-2".
18.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - wheel to be profiled a/c - l1 (8.5) l3 (10) l5(10) l6 (10).".
31.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - general - "a" end drawgear replaced.".
17.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - engine water leak - water leak - sight glass cock repaired.".
17.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo faulty - mechanism & cable replaced. - outer cable adjusted also.".
22.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - couldn't maintain brk/pipe - air leaks repaired,tested ok.".
14.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - engine cylinder heads - no7 cylinder head replaced.".
22.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - high amps on initiation - regulation adjusted.".
22.03.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - control earth on control to repair.".
02.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - bogie - axle/box failure - no.6 wheel/set & t/motor replaced. (no.6 wheel) - (failed on train no.3ap6)".
02.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment compressor - valve blowing - high pressure discharge valve replaced.".
13.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - heater element to install,element s/code 838/6.*".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - auxillary machines - aux gen field fuse replaced, a/c blown.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - bogie - no 3 gearcase repaired.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - electrical maintenance -wiring - earth wire replaced,no 2 motor.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - engine cylinder heads - no 3 cyclinder head changed, a/c ring lands.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - engine piston - no 3 piston changed, a/c ring lands.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - other body repairs - fuel sight glass replaced.".
27.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - wheels gauged.".
27.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake test completed,sent to wtm.".
10.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - intermittant wheel/slip - loco checked in depot,not faulted.in power & dynamic.".
18.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TW- electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay in dynamic - grids & contactors checked ok. - h.t.meggered 1.8".
18.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TW- electrical misc. headlight - faulty switch - head/light dim switch replaced. - seal/beam replaced.(blown)".
16.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - general - d/side seat back replaced.".
16.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - radiator/pressurising fan - rear pressurising fan canvass duct replaced.".
23.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - - field shunt contactor insulator bar replaced.".
23.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - air conditioning - air-con. compressor drive beltsreplaced.a/c broken.".
23.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - auxillary machines - auxillary gen. vinyl blower duct replaced.a/c torn.".
23.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - bogie - air leak on "a" bogie repaired.".
23.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - fs contactor brace arm repaired.-a/c broken screw allowing armature of contactortorelease too far.".
23.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - lubricating system - oil line above no.8 head replaced. a/c cracked and fitting on one end u/s.".
23.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - main generator brushes - 20 main gen. brushes replaced.".
23.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - independent brake fault repaired.".
23.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - traction motor - 35 t/m brushes replaced.".
04.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - engine - no's 1, 4 & 9 power assemblys replaced.no 4 injector reseated ok,a/c leaking past seat.slip rings replaced.loco".
10.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - exhaust - exhaust cover repaired and refitted".
07.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - oil line to governor load regulator replaced.".
07.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo replaced.-checked ok.".
07.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - rhs water pump to monitor a/c seal weeping.".
21.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - bogie - bogie change completed.bogie in "a" end - GM331. "b" end - GM219. r4 axle box removed & new one fitted.".
04.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - engine piston - no 1 piston changed. snap ring removed, piston removed - newone refitted, head refitted.".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn/brake grids checked ok,hot bolt replaced. dyn blower motor ok, blown out. grid cables - cleats re-insulated rvi".
18.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - traction motor - t/m's checked ok,a/c gr's. no2 cables tied up , a/c rubbing.".
09.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - cooling system water pump - r.h.s.water pump seal repaired.ok.".
09.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - fuel system injectors - no6,injector changed .ok.".
09.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - bogie - "a"end bogie change completed. slack adjusters replaced ok.".
09.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - general - mirror fitted.".
09.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 3 t/m pigtale bolt replaced, a/c missing.".
09.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - vigilance - new vig button fitted.".
26.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment coupler - bolts replaced on plate under "a"end package, a/c loose & unable to undo.".
26.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - bee hive cover to replace (when available). both seats torn. no 1 t/m comm has darker film than mormal with slot bar marking.26/3.".
08.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - no fault found - mech inspection completed,no fault found,a/c crankcase explosion. engine filled up with oil,run up & checked ok. blower".
18.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - bogie - 3 shockers on "a"end bogie removed & installed correctly, (found to be upside down). loco ok on trial run.".
18.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - general - both seats recovered.".
18.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor gov cock changed.".
18.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - bogie - r3 slack adjuster repaired,a/c seized. l3 axle box oil changed - bearing inspected ok.".
18.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wicks - r6 & l6 wick oil changed,a/c dirty.".
18.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - electrical misc - fuses/holders - gov low oil switch replaced.".
18.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake pipe dummy coupling replaced.".
18.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - radiator/pressurising fan - pressurising fan canvas cover replaced. pressurising fan filters changed,a/c incorrectly fitted.".
18.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "C - vigilance - vigilance repaired.".
17.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - electrical miscellaneous - new speedo cable replaced.".
17.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - general - d/side whistle cord replaced, a/c broken. cab heaters repaired.".
17.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment sanding gear - 3 sand pipe nozzles replaced on "a"end bogie.".
17.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - main res hose "b"end replaced. t/pipe dummy coupling replaced "a"end. t/pipe cock "b"end secured with "u"bolt.".
17.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wheels - no's 3,4 & 6 wheelsets changed.".
30.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air brake test completed, ok. main reservoir pipe drivers side "a"end repaired.".
06.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment brake valve - independent brake valve gasket replaced.".
06.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - air brake test done a/c skidded wheels. brake test checked out ok. air strainers in air lines cleaned, pipes blown out.".
06.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - no fault found - intermittent non release of brakes on "b"end was initially booked. no fault was found on tests.".
12.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - sent to traffic a/c needed. q/fix advised to do multiple brake test when back from traffic.".
13.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - tested ok as single unit. multiple unit test showed that the indepedent would not release. independent replaced.".
16.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - elect cabinet door riveted back on.".
16.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake test completed ok including multiple unit with bl34 both "a"& "b"ends. all brake cylinders greased & cylinders".
12.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "SW - mechanical equipment brake valve - changed distributing valve, air brake tested, slight leak feeding no 3 control pipe.".
12.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "SW - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo changed by b.potts 10/11.".
18.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment brake valve - auto brake valve changed. distributing valve changed.".
18.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - multiple unit test ok.".
30.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - bogie - l6 slack adjuster changed.".
30.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - electrical maintenance -wiring - wires reconnected on back of w/slip light.".
30.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - electrical miscellaneous - lugs replaced on dyn/brake resistor in drivers control standlug replaced on slipring brush holder.".
30.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - mechanical maintenance - air brake - t/pipe hose replaced drivers side "a"end. multi-unit brake test - checked ok.".
20.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - all 6 b/cylinders replaced on "a"bogie, a/c leaking. cylinders greased and brakes adjusted. brake test ok.".
11.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - engine - no.3 fuel rack spring clip replaced, a/c missing.".
11.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - engine piston - rings on no.6 and 17 worn on end next to gap.".
11.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - pee pipe - "P"pipe on no.14 changed.".
11.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "A - valve bridge/lash adjuster - no.5, 9 and 16 valve bridges adjusted, a/c noisy.".
15.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - traction motor brushes - "b"end t/m's inspected, a/c test brushes{ac137's}. test results given to steve adams.".
03.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - oil leak on pipe to load regulator repaired.".
03.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - auto brake valve exhaust relocated.".
03.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - beehive pressurising fan canvass cover replaced.".
15.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "SW - air conditioning - air-cond. compressor replaced. loco to trail, a/c clutch tobe replaced.".
05.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - bogie - brake gear reinstalled and w/set lube completed.".
05.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no 2 t/motor replaced, a/c interpoles to earth. t/m out- 54e113. t/m in- 69d1-1633.".
21.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - dynamic brake - db interlock magnet valve replaced, a/c removed for 961.".
21.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "TS - engine piston - no's 1,6 and 7 pistons replaced, dropped valve on no 1, and worn ringlands on no's 6 and 7. loco filled with water and".
06.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - bogie - hornstay wear plates welde, a/c cracked.".
06.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - cam shaft - 8,9,10 and 11 camshaft changed, a/c worn lobe.".
06.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - cooling system - water changed.".
06.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - engine cylinder heads - no 8 head changed, a/c low compression.".
06.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "B - l4 hornstay liner to replace.6/5.".
25.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - b.p. pressure adjusted to 70psi. 135psi safety valve replaced.".
25.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - no fault found - transition cct checked ok, statically and with m.g.set. no fault evident.".
25.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - drivers side mirror tightened.".
08.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" service defect: "SW - bogie - l4 and r4 bolster nuts tightened, a/c loose. no 4 gearcase bolts tightened. "a"end and "b"end centre casting bolts".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 44 J" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$249870"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"26.04.1967"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
21.11.1997Involved in level crossing smash at Rosewater, South Australia. Badly damaged.
16.8.1999Ran a test trip from Port Augusta to Tent Hill after overhaul. Repainted in Australia Southern Railway livery.
8.12.2001Sent to Kalgoorlie, Western Australia for use on the Parkeston to Rawlinna lime train. [cp 5.2002].
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "1808". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
More Pictures >
GM45 at Murray Bridge

GM 45 -- 1809

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

22.5.1967Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.67/531. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 45 S" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
18.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - broken pipe - d/side blower oil drain pipe repaired.".
24.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - foreign noise - high pressure discharge valve tightened. - compressor govn adjusted.".
14.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - traction motor earth - earth fault - no.5 t/motor replaced.(o.c.c.field)".
27.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - blocked filters - blocked blower filters - air filters changed.(farr)".
27.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - overheating - thermostats picked up ok & tested ok.fans ok,a/c o/heating.".
05.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - front train pipe repaired a/c broken.".
21.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - engine - basket bolts retorqued.".
21.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - engine water leak - water sight glass repaired a/c leaking.".
21.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - general - ice box replaced a/c rusted out.".
24.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - broken pipe - copper pipe to load/regulator repaired. (oil leak)".
01.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - no fault found - hot engine shut/down - baffle plates,ceiling sheets check ok - fans checked,oil pressure checked ok.".
17.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "E - dynamic brake - dynamic fault - d/brk rheostat replaced.(mechanical failure) - econ.resistor bkp2 repaired.".
17.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "E - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification completed.".
22.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - no fault found - no independant when trailing - loco not faulted. - fault with cl11.".
30.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - body repairs - accident - recepticle damage - front recepticle body replaced.(broken) * collision *".
02.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "WT - removed 20mm. from all wheels.".
04.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - traction motor flashover - all brushes changed in no2 tm a/c pigtails & shattered brushes.".
04.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - no2 tm requires urgent grinding a/c bad flats & breaking brushes.4/5*".
10.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - bogie - brake hanger mod - completed.".
31.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "SW - electrical maintenance -wiring - electrical mods - dynamic brake cut out switch installed.".
31.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "SW - no.6 wheel to be changed a/c flats (too thin to turn .".
06.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - bogie - wheels thin - o/hauled bogies installed.".
16.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheel/slip operation - loco not faulted in depot.".
04.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheelslip - field shunt cables (3) replaced a/c corroded lugs. w/slip relays adjusted to 20ma. tested o.k.".
29.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - l 2 brk cyl to reconnect,broken nipple to remove.".
14.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - broken pipe - l.1 brake cylinder pipe repaired. brakes cut/out.".
01.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - broken pipe - broken pipe - l.1 brk/cylinder pipe repaired.".
08.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - bogie - seized brk/cylinder - no.3 d/side brk/cylinder replaced. (piston wouldn't return)".
20.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - wheelslip - continuous wheel/slip - p2/5 contact face cleaned/up.".
06.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - bogie - l/h no.3 and r/h no.1 brake straps replaced,no.1 dust cover shield replaced".
22.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - bogie - air pipe to brake cylinder lhs "a"end repaired.".
27.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - d/side no.1 inner brake strap replaced.".
31.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - bogie - worn resiliants - l.1,r.1-6 resiliants replaced.".
14.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "SW - air conditioning - air/cond installation - completed.".
21.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - air/cond.- re-aligned & belts fitted.".
21.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - contactor welded - contact tips - s45 tips replaced.".
07.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - transition fault - fsr1 pick/up.".
11.01.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - air/cond.repairs to be completed. (11/1)".
01.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - auxillary machines - air/cond re-aligned & belts tensioned.".
01.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - air conditioner compressor alignment to be checked aprox 07/02/1991.".
13.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - air conditioning repairs at Port Augusta".
14.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "SW - air conditioning - clutch failure - air/cond clutch replaced,belts re-fitted. - unit re-gassed.".
14.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "SW - elect. misc. - gauges & instruments - faulty gauge - bcp gauge replaced.".
22.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - thrown belts - new belts fitted & adjusted.".
22.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - engine - * loco re-rostered for belt re-fit 26/2 *".
31.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "D - bogie maintenance - wicks - l1 r1 l2 l3 wicks changed.".
31.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "D - contactor miscellaneous - contacts melted on bkp2 contactor,whole unit changed.".
31.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "D - engine piston - no 9 piston changed,a/c excess ring land clearance.".
31.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "D - general - obs/side heater installed.".
31.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "D - mechanical maintenance - air brake - distributing valve changed,a/c air leaking when independent applied.".
04.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - brush hanging no1 t/motor.repaired. failed train no.2255 olary section.".
04.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - bkp2 contactor changed, a/c blown contact tips.".
04.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - dynamic brake - dyn/brake grids checked ok.".
04.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - main generator - main gen checked ok.".
04.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - traction motor brushes - 20 brushes changed, a/c blown off pigtails.".
18.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - electrical maintenance -wiring - wiring repaired, a/c would not start.".
18.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheelslip repaired,bkp2 contacts not seating properly.".
19.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - bkp2 contactor replaced.".
19.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - no 16 liner to monitor, a/c metal missing around ports.".
30.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - contactor welded - welded contactor - bkp2 contactor replaced.".
02.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - contactor interlocks - no power - ws1-4dc int/locks cleaned/up,tested ok in depot.".
13.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - engine water leak - cold water leaks repaired.".
13.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn/brake interlocks checked ok,a/c intermittent chattering.".
13.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "a"end package retaining pin fallen out, 1 intact,not cracked,ok for traffic.".
13.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - "a"end package to monitor,a/c retaining pin missing.a & b knuckles to monitor,a/c nearing wear limit".
02.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - bkp2 contactor replaced. trial run o/k.".
07.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - contactor miscellaneous - bkp2 contactor replaced,a/c contactor u/s,burnt tips.diode replaced.".
09.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - transition checked manually,ok in depot.".
13.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - field shunt resistors changed,transition set up & checked oka/c low power due to transition resistors.".
22.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - bkp1 & rvr3 contact tips to monitor,a/c burn marks on all tips.".
12.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wicks - all six wicks "a"end bogie changed.".
12.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "C - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end knuckles,couplers,package and yoke,replaced.".
12.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "C - traction motor - three traction motor brush holders replaced.t/m no. unknown.".
12.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "C - a end coupller to moniter a/c internal cracking.".
06.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. modules - rvr5 changed a/c contact tips not making properly.tested ok.".
20.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - ruf2 contactor replaced,a/c wheelslip.loco tested foward/ reverse ok.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - contactor miscellaneous - bkp1;rvr3 contact tips to monitor a/c burn marks.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - cooling system - coolant water changed.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - electrical misc. voltage regulator - voltage regulator replaced a/c no adjustment.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - general - "a" end coupler changed.a/c internal cracks.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - main generator brushes - all main gen. brushes changed and bedded in.".
11.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - contactor interlocks - ws interlocks cleaned.sf&bf interlocks cleaned.-foriegn matter removed from sf interlocks.loco tested ok.".
28.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - one battery changed a/c dead cell.".
28.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - d/brake checked ok in depot.".
28.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake setting - d/brake set up completed.sent on trial run.".
23.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - air conditioning - air conditioner clutch replaced a/c wires pulled.".
23.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - bogie - thrust pads replaced on l1,r1,r3 & r6.".
23.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wheels - no's 1,2,3 & 4 wheels adjusted, a/c excessive clearances.".
23.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - traction motor suspension bearing - brush holders replaced in no 5 t/m and brushes replaced.".
23.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - no's 8 & 16 liners to monitor a/c chrome around ports starting to come off.".
28.10.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo replaced. old speedo reading - 130171.".
03.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end coupler changed, a/c cracked.".
13.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - bogie - bogie change completed.".
27.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - loco inspected, t/m's & cables all checked ok, a/c gr's.".
12.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - dynamic brake - bc wire replaced on d/brake rheostat.".
12.01.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - general - no 16.power assembly changed. engine air intake filters changed.".
10.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - transition test using transition gen & checked all associated wiring, checked out ok.".
23.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "F - bogie maintenance - wicks - r3 & r5 wicks replaced, a/c dirty.".
23.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "F - electrical misc. voltage regulator - voltage regulator replaced.".
23.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "F - engine - governor to engine block mounting bolt replaced, a/c missing& leaking oil. tested ok.".
12.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - sent to one spot,a/c flats on no 3.".
06.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - traction motor brushes - all brushes replaced in no 2 t/m, a/c short & causing gr's.".
11.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "C - contactor miscellaneous - piece of plastic removed from ptr,a/c was holding a normallyopen contact closed.".
11.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "C - mechanical equipment sanding gear - sanders cleared.".
11.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "C - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - speedo cable replaced,speedo operation ok.".
11.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "C - traction motor brushes - no 1 t/motor bottom brush holder replaced,a/c hammer loose.".
11.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "C - load reg oil supply pipe leaking,to monitor.11/6.".
19.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - general - window winder mechanism obs/side,repaired.".
19.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - train pipe repaired.".
18.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn. brake reg. checked ok. bwr set ok. br sticking in has been replaced.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - bogie - "b"end carrier plate bolts changed. "b"end coupler throat plate bolts tightened.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - l1,l3,r3 & r6 wicks changed.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - electrical misc. transition - fs1 & fs2 picking up together. cr40 replaced, a/c short circuit. transition test (static ok).".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - general - toilet replaced.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - main generator - gen brushed out.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment coupler - "a"end coupler changed, a/c head warped.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - "b"end control pipe hose changed, "a"end hoses repositioned.barrel union on brake pipe "a"end tightened.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - traction motor - no 5 t/motor blower duct repaired.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - 3 o'clock brush holder on no 1 t/motor replaced.".
16.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - main generator brushes - main generator brushes replaced.".
07.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - dynamic brake - dynamic brake tested ok.".
07.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no.2 t/m changed a/c earth on interpole. direction tested ok.".
01.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake burntout brake grids - no dyn/brake - one d/brake grid (d/side middle) found meltedd/b grid replaced. d/b fan checked ok. loco tested in yard".
13.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - flat batteries - jump started.".
15.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - battery replaced, a/c broken terminal. all batteries topped up and checked ok.".
09.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - lubricating system - oil cooler replacement completed.".
09.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment compressor - air compressor repairs completed, comp filter cover replaced".
29.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic brake operation checked okay in depot.".
29.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - elect. misc. - gauges & instruments - battery charging ammeter repaired.".
29.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - electrical maintenance -wiring - wire replaced on fsr 1,transition tested okay.".
29.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - vigilance - vigilance penalty valve changed ,retimed and tested okay.".
18.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - 2 batteries changed.".
18.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - overheating - hot engines to check. h/e thermostat checked ok. radiatorschecked ok.".
18.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - radiator fans checked ok.".
25.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - cooling system overheating - hot engine alarm checked and tested ok.".
25.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - dynamic brake - dynamic brake lugs replaced. {2off, a/c hot.}.".
25.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - general shutdown - loco shutting down, a/c low oil. oil filters changed and loco checked ok.".
25.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - main generator - mian generator cleaned up, a/c flash-overs.".
25.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "TS - dynamic cut out,a/c only works intermittently. to work road railer only.".
31.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn/brake intermittent fault - l.r.p replaced (load regulatar repositioned). dyn/brake operation checked ok.".
31.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - l1 slack adjuster seized.31/1.".
17.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake is either full on or off, unable to incraese or decrease slowly.16/3/94.".
06.10.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "F - electrical miscellaneous - contactors,fans,blowers,aux and main generator overhauled, cab controller modified as per v/line modifications listing".
06.10.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "F - engine - overhauled engine,radiators,compressor installed,air inlet".
06.10.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" service defect: "F - general - cab refurbished to national standard - paintwork,noise leveland general equipment;new marker lights and 74v headlights.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 45 S" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$249870"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"22.05.1967"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
2002Sent to Kalgoorlie, Western Australia for use on the Parkeston to Rawlinna lime train. [cp 5.2002].
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "18091". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
More Pictures >
GM46, circa 1968 5.1.2002 GM46

GM 46 -- 1810

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

5.7.1967Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.67/532. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 46 E" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
17.4.1987Ran away with GM 47 from Stirling North over the 8km section of line to Port Augusta and hit GM 5/CL 4/AL 19, which were stabled at the refueling point.
07.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "WT - sent to mile end for brake adjustment".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - crater leak - no.2 g/case cap replaced.".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - excess travel - thin blocks replaced & brakes adjusted up. - (taken up/hole) loco profiled 7/7/89.".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - split hose - main/res.hose replaced.".
19.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheel/slip operation - pin straightened d/side front recept. * loco coupled to al21 & having continuous wheel/slip*".
25.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - profile before next service.(sharp flange r.3 (8))".
31.10.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - d/s rear radiator fan replaced a/c original open circuit.".
08.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - engine - eng/blower noisy - r/h blower replaced.(serial no.62l36) - bearing & thrust washer replaced.".
08.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - engine water leak - water leak - marmon rubbers changed on water tank pipes. - l/hand water pump replaced.(tell/tale leak)".
27.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - overheating - hot engine reports - d/side rear fan operation reversed. (fan in reverse) - (no.3 fan operation)".
27.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - overheating - no4 thermostat reset to correct setting a/c original settingtoo high. no2 fan contactor cleaned a/c dirty.".
19.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "WT - sent to mile end for brake adjustment.".
07.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - radiator/pressurising fan - fan failure - d/side rear radiator fan replaced.(seized)".
10.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "SW - cooling system radiator - radiator leak - d/side no.4&5 radiators replaced.".
10.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "SW - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification completed.".
06.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - train/line fault -".
06.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - 2 brake spreader bars replaced.".
14.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "E - bogie - side/slap reported - all resiliant rubbers replaced.".
25.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken brake gear - l.3 brake/straps replaced. - slack/adjuster replaced.(broken)".
30.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - batteries - topped up & one to change a/c dead cell.".
30.04.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - no.5 t/motor cleaned/up & cover replaced - (ballast damage a/c cover missing)".
04.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - battery maintenance - dead cell - 1 no.starting battery installed.(dl type)".
04.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - bogie - - slack/adj. & sand/pipe replaced.(l.3)".
04.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - bogie - brake gear broken - inner/outer brake straps replaced.(l.3) - inner brake strap replaced.(r.3)".
09.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - 4 no.shock/absorbers replaced.(broken eyes) - shock/absorbers replaced on "b"bogie.".
11.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - number 4 axle brake spreader repaired".
18.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - bogie - broken straps - r.3 & l.6 brake straps replaced.".
18.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relays - no.6 t/motor replaced.".
23.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - brake straps - r.1 & l.3 brake straps replaced.".
24.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - bogie - brake hanger modification - completed. brake strap broken - r.3 outer brake strap replaced.".
24.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - to be profiled a/c l.1&l.3 flanges sharp. (24/5)".
31.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - rough riding - wheel profile required a/c suspectd out of round.".
07.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - modification - dynamic mod.completed.".
07.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - lubricating system oil cooler - oil/cooler - changed/out.".
09.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - wheelslip - wheel/slip operation - 2 no.cables on no.5 t/motor repaired. - (cables rubbed thru.)".
15.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brakes adjusted a/ex wtm.".
24.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - window - d/side window regulator repaired.".
08.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic brake - dbr and bwr set up. dbr adjusted a/c set too high.".
22.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "C - bogie maintenance - wheels - unable to profile - wheels to run/out.".
24.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - l3 spreader bar replaced.".
27.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - l.4 inner brake strap replaced. seized adjuster - l.2 slack/adjuster replaced.".
30.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken straps - d/side no.3 & o/side no.4 brk/straps repl'd.".
02.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - wheels to monitor a/c thin & flange wear. - * to monitor weekly *".
03.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - air/cond belts to fit a/c alignment out. (3/12)".
06.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "SW - air conditioning - alignment - air/cond compressor re-aligned & belts fitted.".
10.12.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - radio repair - radio fault -".
04.02.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - cab repairs - completed.".
02.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - dragging brakes repaired,distributing valve replaced,wheels checked ok.".
15.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - electrical maintenance - reverser - reverser fault -".
27.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - bogie - screwed journal - no.6 wheel replaced.(ooldea) (trn.no.6pa6) - (waiting on wheel set)".
27.05.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - waiting on wheel set a/c journal screwed off.(27/5".
04.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wheels - screwed journal - no.6 wheel & t/motor replaced. axle/end u/s - no.3 wheel/set replaced.".
11.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - engine - oil leak - marmon rubber on oil line to oil/cooler replaced.".
02.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake burntout brake grids - dyn/brake grid repaired,a/c burnt connection.cable relugged a/c blown.loco meggered 300k.".
02.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - traction motor - no 4 t/motor cleaned,a/c very oily.".
15.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - exhaust - exhaust bolts torqued, a/c loose.".
15.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - mechanical maintenance - air brake - distributing valve changed, a/c no auto brake application.".
26.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - all t/m's checked ok in depot,a/c gr's.main generator checked ok in depot,a/c gr's.".
07.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - speedometer - no drive - speedo drive replaced & end of cable replaced.".
10.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - cooling system radiator - radiator baffle plates refitted.".
10.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - exhaust - exhaust stack retightened.".
01.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. jumper cables - jumper receptacle cover rewelded.".
11.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - electrical maintenance -wiring - negative wire on rur5 replaced,a/c o/c (no reverse direction".
11.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - electrical misc. ac/dc relays - nvr relay replaced,a/c loose coil connection.".
11.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - electrical miscellaneous burnt wiring - wires na146 from p14 to bkb4 replaced a/c open circuit (burnt by contact with br25x3).wire br25x3 from bkb3 to rvf14".
16.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dynamic brake fault - grids checked & meggered ok.".
16.12.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - t/motors checked meggered ok. (taken off 5sp2) - h.t.meggered 4 meg.".
06.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "C - air conditioning - air conditioning mods. compleated ok.".
06.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "C - bogie - bogie hose on rear bogie replaced ok.".
15.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - wheels - to W.T.M. a/c bad flats on rear bogie.".
27.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - cooling system - water sight glass cock repaired.".
27.05.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - general - d/side window repaired.".
02.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - main generator brushes - 12 brushes replaced in generator.".
02.06.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - sliprings to monitor,a/c wear.2/6.".
10.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - main generator - slip rings replaced.loco tested ok.".
12.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - no.6 gearcase tightened and seal checked ok.".
20.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - no fault found - loco checked ok in depot. no wheel slip found.".
28.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - l3, r3, r5, wicks replaced.".
28.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - electrical misc. transition - transition fault repaired. wire on fs found in wrong area.".
28.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - electrical misc. voltage regulator - voltage regulator replaced a/c u/s.".
28.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - engine cylinder heads - no3 & no9 heads changed a/c excessive top ring clearance.".
28.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - engine piston - no.3 & no.9 pistons changed a/c excessive top ring clearance".
28.08.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - traction motor - no.6 t/m inside cables tightened a/c found loose.".
09.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment brake valve - 70lb feed valve changed. safety valve on compressor adjusted.".
09.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor drain checked and found not to be leaking. comp. oil level ok.".
09.09.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - mechanical maintenance - air brake - handle on train pipe cock "a" end repaired.".
20.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - air conditioning - air cond compressor belts changed.".
20.11.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - engine cylinder heads - no 12 cyl/head changed.".
11.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - no 8 cylinder head replaced.".
11.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - fuel system injectors - no 8 injector replaced,a/c old one u/s. loco started up & checked ok.".
16.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - 9 sets of lateral shock absorber rubbers replaced. upright shockers checked ok. l5 axle box wear plate rewelded. l4".
16.12.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - both centre casting plates loose.16/12.".
05.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end package replaced.".
05.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - mechanical maintenance - air brake - 70lb feed valve replaced (from 500),a/c nil stock. m/r "a" end bracket rewelded.".
23.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - loco sent to quick fix for crater level & wick level check. only okay for one more trip.".
23.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - air cond clutch replaced.".
23.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - "a" pilot repaired.".
23.02.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - side slap to investigate,no 1 pinion gears noisy - to be changed out.".
25.03.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end package & yoke replaced. "a"end coupler replaced.".
20.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - lateral clearances checked and set within specifications".
20.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie maintenance - bolsters - drivers side vertical bolster shock absorber rubbers changeda/c side slap".
20.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - "b" coupler cracked to be changed when available".
23.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - bogie - all crater levels low-tooped up".
23.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - cooling system radiator - radiator baffle plate replaced".
23.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - lubricating system - marmon coupling rubbers replaced a/c leaking {4.5 inch}".
23.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - valve bridge/lash adjuster - nos 1 @ 5 valve bridges replaced".
23.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - "b" coupler to be replaced a/c two inch crack, batteries to monitor.".
01.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - battery maintenance - complete battery change completed.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - auxillary machines - all brushes replaced in aux generator.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - contactor miscellaneous - fsr2 chattering in & out - aux contact bent to normal position & checked ok.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - electrical miscellaneous - speedo replaced.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - fuel system - obs side fuel sight glass cleaned.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - main generator brushes - 19 brushes replaced in main generator.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end package wear plate tightened.".
22.07.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - oil filters - sleeve repaired on michiana filter housing.".
27.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - coupler replaced.".
27.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - window seals lubed to help operation. door seal section replaced. door latch section tightened.".
15.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - bogie - no 4 resilient rubbers replaced, a/c u/s. laterals checked ok.".
15.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - s23 & bk power contactor tips changed, a/c worn.".
15.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - electrical miscellaneous - fuel pump brushes changed, a/c short.".
15.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment sanding gear - l1 & l4 sand hose replaced.".
15.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - all brushes changed in t/motors. no 6 t/m comm cleaned up, a/c top brush holder melted. brush holder also changed.".
23.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - no fault found - ground relays reported-meggered loco (2meg) traction motors checked ok.no faults found.".
31.10.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - elect. misc. - gauges & instruments - speedo chart had run out - chart replaced,checked ok.".
02.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - cooling system radiator - radiators checked ok.".
02.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - engine - hot engine booked - inspected ok.".
02.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - michiana filters changed.".
02.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - fans checked ok.".
09.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - traction motor brushes - no 3 t/motor has severe flats. all brushes changed, a/c chipped and broken pigtails hanging out. all other t/m's ok.".
31.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "C - contactor miscellaneous - p14, p36, p25 cotact tips dressed. to be replaced a/c worn.".
31.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "C - elect. misc. - gauges & instruments - battery charging ammeter changed a.c u/s.".
31.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "C - p14, p36, p25 contact tips to replace asap. nil stock mpc.31/12/93.".
25.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor safety valve changed, a/c blowing off. safety valve ex ck3, a/c nil stock.".
11.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - - a.c. compressor belts replaced".
11.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - general - brake blocks adjusted,replaced".
15.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - air cond. belts replaced.".
15.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - bogie - obs/side "a"end shocker rubbers replaced.".
15.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - air compressor governor adjusted.".
01.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor governor replaced ex GM 40, a/c u/s.".
07.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - traction motor brushes - replaced all brushes in no 3 t/motor, a/c pulled, burnt pig tails causing gr's.".
10.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - p14 replaced, a/c main contacts earthing to chassis of contactor via arcing cable. p=3mohms @ 1000.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - bogie - loco reported as having side slap and suspension bottoming out. shockers checked ok. laterals checked ok.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wicks - l2 and l4 wicks changed. l1, l2 and l4 wick oil changed. r3 wick oil changed.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - p14 contactor changed. p36 and p25 contactor checked ok.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - general - fuel tank bolts tightened, a/c loose.".
16.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "A - "b"end coupler has 2 inch crack.16/3/94.".
18.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - electrical miscellaneous - throttle light replaced. vig. light replaced.".
18.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - window winding mechanism repaired, drivers side.".
27.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - cooling system - engine water added.".
27.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - earth fault miscellaneous - earth on control repaired - replaced marker light and switch "b"end.".
27.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - electrical miscellaneous - slip ring brush holders installed and rewired.".
27.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment compressor - compressor installed, aligned and filled with oil.".
27.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "TS - 1 fan contactor req'd, a/c missing.27/5.".
24.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - bogie - l5 wear pad welded up.".
24.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - bogie maintenance - wicks - l2 and r5 wicks and oil replaced, a/c dirty.".
24.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - engine air filters - blower inlet filters changed.".
24.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - main generator - 9 m/gen brushes + 1 brush spring changed, a/c broken. 1 aux gen brush changed, a/c short.".
24.06.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment compressor - head on compressor changed, a/c intercooler safety valve blowing off.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 46 E" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$249870"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"21.06.1967"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
27.2.2002Sent to Kalgoorlie, Western Australia for use on the Parkeston to Rawlinna lime train. [cp 5.2002].
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "1810". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
More Pictures >
25.8.1976 - Telford - GM47 + GM46 in front of mixed 25.8.1976 - Telford - GM47

GM 47 -- 1811

Diesel locomotive with Co-Co wheel arrangement, built by Clyde Engineering.

16.1.1968Entered service on the Trans-Australian Railway. Built by Clyde Engineering, Granville, NSW, builders No.67/533. Fitted with single range dynamic brake.
17.4.1987Ran away with GM 46 from Stirling North over the 8km section of line to Port Augusta and hit GM 5/CL 4/AL 19, which were stabled at the refueling point. Draw gear and nose damaged on GM 47.
-Returned to service.
17.12.1986TIMS/WMS: locomotive "GM 47 N" alteration complete: "apply check letter to class & number of approximately 443 locomotives, passenger cars and rail cars. classify overland sleeping cars. (rs4173)".
27.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - bogie - no.2 support collapsed - `a'bogie ex.gm37 installed.(gm212) found on service.".
27.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wheels - * bogie changed also a/c wheels near condemning limit * * bogie covered 707,093 kms.since being installed 11/12/85 *".
30.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ground relay - g/relay operation - moisture dried out. meggered .9 m/ohmns.".
30.07.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. voltage regulator - no charge rate - voltage regulator replaced.".
22.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake - dyn brake fan checked & run ok. dbr & bwr setups checked ok replaced grid a/c open circuit on fan grid.".
29.08.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment - front draw gear changed a/c draught box exploded.".
13.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - bogie - pin missing - l.3 brk/pin replaced.".
13.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - electrical misc. transition - transition fault - retaining bar replaced,transition test ok".
13.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - engine - load/test - eng.revs set to 900rpm. o/speed set to 950rpm. - horse/power rating of 1835 recorded.".
21.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - bogie - new test rubbers - full set of test resiliants installed.".
21.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - bogie maintenance - wheels - wheel condition - o/hauled bogies installed.`a'bogie GM330. `b'bogie GM349.".
21.09.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - engine governor - governor - replaced a/c high engine speed tests. - replacement govn.no.672460.".
11.11.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment - rachet repaired on hand brake .".
28.12.1989TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - side slap - lateral shock absorber rubbers replaced.".
05.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - sent back to pt/aug a/c brakes cut out a/cdragging".
06.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - bogie - worn blocks - all brake/blocks replaced.(worn & discoloured)burnt shoes - brake shoes cleaned/up.(dragging brakes)".
06.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - mechanical maintenance - air brake - brake test -".
09.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - support bearing cap - bolts replaced & wired. - wick checked ok.".
16.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - - no.1 g/case support arm re-welded. - no.3 g/case cap replaced.(missing)".
16.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough riding - r.4 stabiliser replaced.(eye broken) - l.1&r.6 pedestal liner bolts replaced.".
31.01.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - no fault found - suspect valve fault - safety valve operation checked ok.".
06.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - radio repair - modification - uhf radio modification completed.".
08.02.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - wheels to be skimmed a/c rough/riding. (8/2)".
28.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - radio repair - radio installation - not completed.(o/side hand/piece u/s)".
28.03.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - modification - cab modification completed.".
08.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - bogie - shock/adsorber - l.2 changed a/c broken eye. - r.3&4 tightened.".
08.05.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - fs1 contactor - bar replaced.".
26.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "C - bogie - cracked brake strap - r.3 outer strap replaced.".
26.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "C - elect - receptacles/inter car couplings - broken lug - o/side front recepticle repaired.".
28.06.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment coupler - "b"end coupler changed.".
20.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - new set of resiliant rubbers installed. - 3 no.thrust blocks replaced.(l.1&2 + r.3)".
31.07.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - rough/riding - inspection completed.".
08.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - broken strap - inner brake strap replaced.(o/side no.1)".
08.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - shunter use only a/c bogie condition,rough/riding.".
17.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - bogie - - all stabilisers replaced.(r.2 eye pulled out) - (r.4 rubbers u/s)".
17.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - bogie - - axle/box & bolster springs checked ok. - r.1,2&3 resiliants checked ok.".
17.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - bogie - - centre wear plates changed.(manganese) - radial plates torqued both ends.".
17.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - bogie - - no.3 support replaced.(opposite drive gear) - no.4 support replaced.(drive gear side)".
17.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - bogie - - radial plate clearances 1/8".".
17.08.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - bogie - rough/riding - all bolster wear plates replaced. - no.1&2 supports repl'd.(excess side movement)".
06.09.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - engine piston - excess ring clearance - no.1,2&3 pistons replaced.".
31.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - air conditioning - air/cond - installation completed.".
31.10.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - bogie - collapsed cage - l.3 axle/box bearing cage & rollers repl'd.".
21.11.1990TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - air/cond - unit installed.".
10.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - drivers side, wind up window repaired. observer side,wind up window lubricated.".
15.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. ac/dc relays - n.v.r. replaced & loco checked ok.".
18.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "E - engine piston - excess ring/land clearance - no.9&10 pistons replaced.".
18.04.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "E - engine water leak - water leak - no.14 cyl/head replaced.".
20.06.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - bogie - no 2 gearcase repaired,a/c loose.".
29.07.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - auxillary machines - motor burnt/out - no.4 t/motor blower fan replaced.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - engine piston - no 6 piston changed, a/c worn ring lands.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment coupler - "b" end package replaced.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - mechanical maintenance - air brake - auto brake valve handle replaced.".
16.08.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - no 14 power assembly to monitor.16/8.".
13.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - broken valve - no4 power assy replaced a/c dropped valve.".
13.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - engine water leak - marlin coupling repaired,a/c water leak.water sample taken.".
13.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - lubricating system - oil and filters changed a/c fuel dilution.".
25.09.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - engine cylinder heads - lash adjusters adjusted correctly on no.4 head.".
10.10.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - small crack in r4 pedestal liner to monitor.10/10.".
20.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - air conditioning - air con mods completed.".
20.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - general - cab side blinds fitted.".
20.11.1991TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - mechanical equipment compressor - h.p. unloader ex GM 19 fitted to compressor,a/c intercooler safety valve blowing,hp unloader u/s.".
05.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - air con repairs completed.".
13.02.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - fuel system pump - fuel pump replaced,account worn com.".
24.03.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - air conditioning - air con. compressor charged.".
10.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - bogie - no 6 gear case tightened.".
10.04.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment compressor - safety valve replaced on compressor.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - bogie maintenance - wheels - l6 axle box replaced.-front nose support wear plates rewelded.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - electrical misc. transition - fsi interlocks cleaned.a/c chattering before coming in.".
01.07.1992TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - engine - no.9 test cock replaced.".
05.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "F - electrical misc. headlight - headlights are 300 watt 75 volt globes,and are different to the existing globes - must not be interchanged - spares -mpc".
05.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "F - electrical miscellaneous - marker light arrangement modified as per later class locos and both front and rear lights are controlled from cab.".
05.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "F - engine - overhauled engine ex GM43;air inlet duct installed,all rods,pistons,heads etc bolts checked after load test.".
05.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "F - engine room - all components overhauled and/or replaced,checked then inspected prior to release.".
05.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "F - fuel tank - fuel tank drained then repaired a/c cracks and leaks - all areas tested ok - pressurised then re-fitted.".
05.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "F - gauges - extensive modifications to dash panel,c/breakers,fault lts. as per v/line:drvr's vig.lt.arrangement is day-off-night.".
05.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "F - general - air fridge installed,but ice box still present for standard gauge working - in original position - drains modified.".
05.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "F - main generator - main generator,d14 and auxiliary generator ex islington load tested ok. 1698 hp on stage 3 loading - ok.".
24.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TW- air conditioning - air conditioning vents repaired.".
24.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TW- mechanical equipment compressor - compressor safety valve replaced a/c leaking continuously.".
24.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TW- mechanical maintenance - air brake - drivers independant tightened a/c loose.".
24.04.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TW- other body repairs - drivers side windscreen replaced a/c smashed.".
10.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - fuel system injectors - no 11 fuel injector changed, a/c leaking.".
10.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - lubricating system - copper oil pipe in top deck repaired, a/c broken.".
17.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - air conditioning - air/con reconnection completed.".
17.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - ruf1-4 contactor replaced.".
17.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - mechanical equipment - filter hatch reconnected.".
17.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - "b"bogie pigtail bolts replaced.".
17.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - no 6 liner to monitor,a/c chrome chipped.14/5.".
27.05.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake regulator - dyn/brake regulator changed,a/c circuit board burnt inside. tested ok.".
25.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - fuel system - fuel tank welded,a/c leaking. testing completed ok.".
30.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - electrical maintenance -wiring - wire va143 om h terminal on bkp1 contactor repaired,found not connected,causing earth on control.".
30.06.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment sanding gear - r1 sand hose replaced,all new sanders unblocked.".
30.08.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake setting - dyn/brake set up - regulation adjusted, a/c too high. brake warning setting ok. repaired loose connection 5r146. d/b".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - engine - checked & tightened heat exchanger bolts.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - mechanical equipment brake valve - independant brake valve replaced.".
02.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - other body repairs - dr/side window installation completed.".
08.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - mechanical maintenance - air brake - t/p repairs - repaired air hose "a"end. loco to traffic.".
20.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - contactor miscellaneous - rvf14 replaced, a/c burnt contacts.".
20.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - general - observers side door resealed.".
20.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - lubricating system - oil pipe to governor repaired, a/c cracked.".
20.09.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - 6 brushes changed in no's 1 & 2 t/m's. 12 changed in 3,4 & 6a/c condemning limit.".
15.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - lubricating system - broken oil line to governor replaced, engine oil pressure gauge replaced, a/c hot engines.".
15.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - radiator/pressurising fan - fans checked ok.".
23.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - oil filters - michiana oil filters changed.".
23.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - overheating - ets switch (original) adjusted & installed, new type not suitable, a/c reqiures 3 terminals. ets reset to 98degs, a/c".
23.11.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - radiator/pressurising fan - rad fan direction ok.".
10.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "C - bogie - all laterals checked ok.".
10.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "C - cooling system - coolant changed.".
10.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "C - traction motor brushes - 12 brushes changed on all six t/m's.".
10.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "C - vigilance - vigilance penalty choke adjusted, new seal fitted.".
22.12.1993TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TW- electrical maintenance -wiring - fsr2 wire{second stage field shunt}repaired a/c found brokenand loco not making second transition.".
03.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - no fault found - loco shutting down, no fault found. reset governor. 50psi oil pressure in idle. 60psi in notch 8.".
14.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - no fault found - earth on control. no fault found in depot. sent into traffic on control to monitor.".
18.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no.5 t/m changed a/c earth on interpole.".
21.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - bogie - side slap reported. resilient rubbers and thrust blocks checked ok. laterals adjusted on no.4 w/set.".
21.01.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - electrical misc. transition - no transition - pulling only 300amps. transition tested statically and with m/gen. set ok. no fault evident.".
01.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - contactor miscellaneous - all contactors ok.".
01.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - dynamic brake - dyn/brake regulator installed, a/c u/s.".
01.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - traction motor - t/m's checked ok.".
03.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - dynamic brake - middle grid drivers side changed, a/c arcing and sparking.".
03.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - dyn/brake cut out, not to operate.3/2.".
15.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - dynamic brake burntout brake grids - dynamic brake grids replaced, a/c over-heated. grids ex GM38pt. augusta. dyn. brake fan checked ok. loco to trial run.".
03.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - other body repairs - d/side window repaired.".
03.03.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "A - traction motor brushes - t/m brush holder replaced, cleaned up and cable connected.".
17.02.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "UN - d/b, unable to set up, a/c dbr unit faulty, none in stock (213405) all wiring checked ok. d/b disconnected and tagged.17/2/94.".
99.99.9999TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - scheduled work".
05.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "SW - dynamic brake - dyn/brake operation to check, loco sent on trial run.".
29.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - traction motor - no 3 t/motor replaced, a/c armature blown.".
29.04.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "TS - traction motor brushes - brushes changed in all motors except no 5, all checked ok.".
26.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - battery maintenance - batteries charged and checked ok.".
26.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - bogie - r3 vertical shocker and rubbers checked ok.".
26.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - fuel system injectors - retaining clip replaced on injector arm no 12 cyl.".
26.05.1994TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" service defect: "B - mechanical equipment sanding gear - r3,r6, and l3 sanders cleared.".
30.5.1997TIMS/WMS: shows locomotive "GM 47 N" in AN "Mainland Division".
owner:"AN"
Operator:"D"
Length Over Headstocks:"17.9m"
Tare Weight:"116tonne"
Current Gauge:"Standard"
Gauge Restrictions:"S"
Bogie Configuration:"CO-CO"
Original Cost:"$249870"
Run Restriction:"Unrestricted on gauge(s) shown inter or intrastate"
Diagram Book Page No.:"NS 4"
Date Built:"27.12.1967"
Operating System:"AN"
Intended Use:"Mainline"
Installed Power:"1450kw"
BSG Code:"LSAG"
8.11.1997Sold to Australia Southern Railroad.
By 4.2002Sent to Western Australia for use on regular services. [cp 5.2002].
2004ARG recoded and numbered the unit "1811". [cp 7.2004]
2006Following sale of "Australian Rail Group" this locomotive transferred to "Genesee and Wyoming Australia". [cp 5.2006]
More Pictures >