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DL Class Locomotives Withdrawn or Scrapped

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From: John Voss

Dear KiwiRail,

I am writing to request information regarding DL class locomotives that have been withdrawn from service and/or scrapped.

Specifically, I would like to request the following information:

A list of all DL class locomotives that have been withdrawn from service, including the date of withdrawal for each unit.
A list of all DL class locomotives that have been scrapped, including the date and location of scrapping where available.
For any withdrawn locomotives not yet scrapped, their current status (e.g. stored, awaiting disposal, under repair, or otherwise).
Any available documentation or summary outlining the reasons for withdrawal or scrapping (e.g. mechanical issues, economic considerations, accidents, or other factors).

If possible, I would prefer this information in an electronic format.

If any part of this request is likely to be refused or requires refinement to comply with the Official Information Act, I would appreciate the opportunity to clarify or amend the request.

Thank you for your time and assistance. I look forward to your response.

Yours faithfully,

John Voss

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From: Dave Allard
KiwiRail

Good afternoon John

Thank you for your enquiry, I've passed this on to our locomotive asset team, and will be back in touch shortly.

Kind regards

Dave

Dave Allard  | Senior Government Relations Advisor
DDI: 027 201 8182
Level 4, Wellington Railway Station, Bunny Street, Wellington 6011 | PO Box 593, Wellington 6140, New Zealand

www.kiwirail.co.nz

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From: Dave Allard
KiwiRail


Attachment Fleet list May 2026.xlsx
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Good afternoon John

Please find the attached
Note - The DL fleet is 73 total with 60 operational and 13 retired. Nothing has been sold as of today.

All the retired units are correct in the spreadsheet.

Any further questions, please get in touch.

Kind regards

Dave

Dave Allard  | Senior Government Relations Advisor
DDI: 027 201 8182
Level 4, Wellington Railway Station, Bunny Street, Wellington 6011 | PO Box 593, Wellington 6140, New Zealand

www.kiwirail.co.nz

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