{"product_id":"trackside-videos-trv176-ugl-rail-model-locomotives-dvd","title":"Trackside Videos - TRV176 - UGL Rail Model Locomotives (DVD)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- obsidian --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUGL Rail Model Locomotives (DVD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UGL Rail C44aci is a premier Australian heavy-duty diesel-electric locomotive designed and manufactured at the UGL facility in Broadmeadow, New South Wales. Introduced in 2008, it was developed in collaboration with Wabtec (formerly GE Transportation) to serve as a versatile \"baseline\" model capable of both heavy-haul coal duties and high-speed intermodal freight across Australia's standard gauge network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA key technical feature of the C44aci is its dual-purpose design. Operators can adjust the locomotive's weight (134 to 140 tonnes) by varying the fuel capacity between 7,300 and 13,500 litres. This flexibility allows it to switch from high-speed container services to heavy bulk haulage, where higher axle loads provide greater track adhesion. The locomotive is powered by a 4,500-horsepower GE 7FDL-16 engine and utilizes AC traction with individual inverter control for each of its six traction motors, improving performance and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs of 2026, UGL has transitioned toward the next generation of this model, the C44 Evolution (94 Class), which features more environmentally friendly engines that meet US EPA Tier 3 standards. However, the original C44aci remains a dominant force in the Australian rail industry, with over 233 units in active service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperators of the C44aci\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe filming of this video was done pre 2021 but in 2025 currently the following companies operate or own UGL C44aci locomotives:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAurizon: Operates several classes (6000, 6020, 6040, and ACD), including a significant fleet of standard gauge, heavy-haul units delivered through 2025.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacific National: The original launch customer, operating the 92, 93, and the new 94 Class Evolution series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRail First Asset Management: A major lessor that provides these locomotives to various regional operators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouthern Shorthaul Railroad (SSR): Operates the CEY class for Centennial Coal and recently acquired the MRL class fleet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQube Holdings: Operates the QL class, unique for being fitted with steering bogies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApproximate running time 90 + 90 = 180 mins\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trackside Videos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43772140519521,"sku":"TRV176","price":37.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.australianmodeller.com.au\/products\/trackside-videos-trv176-ugl-rail-model-locomotives-dvd","provider":"Australian Modeller","version":"1.0","type":"link"}