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The New Zealand EO class of 1923 were electric locomotives used on the steep Otira to Arthur’s Pass section of the Midland Line. They were primarily for pulling trains through the 8.5 km Otira Tunnel to avoid the buildup of steam smoke and soot.

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length (km)
11.7
active years end year
1923-01-01T00:00:00+02:00
active years start year
1923-01-01T00:00:00+02:00
builder
English Electric, United Kingdom, Preston Lancashire
top speed (kmh)
64.0

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