Queensland Railways 2470 class
| Industry | Railway locomotive manufacturing |
|---|---|
| Predecessor | 2450 class |
| Founded | 1980 |
| Defunct | 1983 |
| Products | Diesel-electric locomotives |
| Parent | Clyde Engineering |
The 2470 class represents a collection of diesel-electric locomotives constructed by Clyde Engineering at Eagle Farm for Queensland Rail during the period from 1980 to 1983.
History
Derived from the 2450 class, the 2470 class was distinguished by the incorporation of lighter alternators and reduced-capacity fuel tanks. One locomotive initially produced for the Townsville Harbour Board was subsequently purchased by Queensland Rail and assigned the new number 2507.
Between 2000 and 2002, six of these locomotives underwent a transformation at Redbank Railway Workshops, being converted into the 2300 class.