DTG Inc.

DTG Inc is the Christchurch-based operator of a fleet of ex-New Zealand Railways diesel-electric locomotives.

Canterbury

We are the only specialised custodians and restorers of New Zealand's English Electric diesel rail heritage. With five locomotives and over 40 years of experience, we're dedicated to showcasing high quality locomotives and railway histories to communities.

Currently three of our locomotives are in operation with heritage railways you can visit: DI 1102 and DE 512 at Weka Pass Railway (Waipara) and DE 511 with Canterbury Rail Society (Ferrymead).

We have several projects that will mean our locomotives will be enjoyed more than ever. We're currently working to put DI 1102 and DG 772 back on the mainline following Covid 19. Your support means we can meet our 2025 goal. In the long term we're working hard to restore DF 1501, New Zealand's first mainline diesel electric locomotive, a mechanical taonga (treasure).

If you'd like to contribute in other ways or discuss it further please contact secretary@dtg.co.nz

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Since 1983 we have established a strong track record of quality restoration, and operation, of a unique collection of New Zealand's rail heritage.

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Putting DI 1102 back on the mainline 3 October 2024

A Fire Suppression system has now been fitted to DI 1102. The chosen system is the GVR system, as fitted to GVR’s DBR 1254.

We've worked with GVR to produce a system that targets known areas of concern, e.g. engine room mounted electrical equipment and dynamic brake cables-anywhere that presents a significant possibility of catching fire.

Once a fire is detected, the system can be delayed by the crew in order to reach a point of safety before shutting the loco down.

Coupling plugs have been fitted to each end of the loco to enable it to be “plugged in” to another loco, this enables any fire on a trailing unit to be advised to the crew.

The main components of the system are housed in the short hood of the loco. This is different from the GVR system as the main components are mounted in the cab area on GVR’s locos. This is necessary for our locos as there is a shortage of usable space within the confines of the cab area, particularly on DF and DG locos. To achieve this, the main display has been replicated in a remote panel that is mounted on the cab rear wall.

The next step is a submission to the Heritage Technical Committee for signoff.

This is an update from our latest newsletter: https://us17.campaign-archive.com/?u=db34da9b9e1d7444ef8116414&id=05cf45e74a

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