NZR DSJ class
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| NZ DSJ class | |
 DSJ 4017 performing shunt duties at Ahuriri. Photo by Joseph Christianson |
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| Power type | Diesel-Electric |
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| Builder | Toshiba Heavy Industries, Japan (1) NZR Addington Workshops (4) |
| Build date | 1984-1985 |
| UIC classification | Bo-Bo |
| Gauge | 3' 6", 1067mm |
| Prime mover | 1x Cummins KTA-1150L 6 cyl |
| Career | New Zealand Railways, Tranz Rail, Toll Rail |
| Number | TMS: 4017 - 4060 |
| Locale | All of New Zealand |
| Disposition | Currently in service |
The DSJ class is a type of diesel-electric shunting locomotive used in New Zealand. The class has a very similar overall design to the DSG class, but is instead single-engined, has a cab that is offset from the centre, and is both shorter and lighter than its twin-engined counterpart. The first DSJ was assembled in Japan, with the remaining four assembled at the former Addington Workshops in Christchurch.
With only 5 members in this class, it represents one of the smaller contingents of shunt locomotives in current use.
