Itโs not every day you get to seeโand hearโan English Electric 6SRKT running with the engine room doors open. Here is a look inside the noisy, hot, and impressive world of Y6โs power unit.
This is a view passengers rarely get to see.
For the technically minded, here are the vital statistics of the power unit that defines the TGR Y Class:
โ๏ธ ๐๐ป๐ด๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ: English Electric 6SRKT Mk II โ๏ธ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ณ๐ถ๐ด๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Inline 6-Cylinder, 4-Stroke โ๏ธ ๐๐ป๐ฑ๐๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Turbocharged โ๏ธ ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ & ๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ผ๐ธ๐ฒ: 10" x 12" โ๏ธ ๐ข๐๐๐ฝ๐๐: 800hp at 850rpm โ๏ธ ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐น๐๐ฒ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ป: 4 Valves per Cylinder
These videos take you inside the hood to see the engineering that keeps this 1960s veteran moving. From the rhythmic clatter of the valve gear to the whine of the Napier turbocharger, this is diesel heritage in motion.
A huge credit to our workshop volunteers who keep these complex machines operational.
Spend Australia Day with us at Don River Railway! ๐ฆ๐บโ๏ธ
โThe weather forecast is looking absolutely fabulous for tomorrow; 26 degrees and sunny. Itโs the perfect day to head to the coast and enjoy the sunshine.
โOur Tasmanian-built Y6 will be on the tracks hauling passenger services throughout the public holiday.
โService Times: Trains depart the station hourly from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm (inclusive).
โCome down, soak up the sun, and enjoy a ride along the river. See you there!
We are looking for a new Audit partner to work with us as we embark on the biggest chapter in our history.
With our new 2026-2030 Strategic Plan in place and major projects on the horizon (including our bid to return to the Main Line!), strong financial governance is more important to us than ever.
We are seeking Expressions of Interest from Registered Company Auditors with experience in the Not-for-Profit sector.
We know our community has amazing connections. If you know a local firm or an auditor who loves heritage rail and community spirit as much as spreadsheets, please tag them below or share this post with them!
๐ Download the EOI via the link in the comments below ๐ ๐ง Enquiries: treasurer@donriverrailway.com.au ๐๏ธ Closes: Friday, 13 February 2026
Full steam ahead: Our roadmap for 2026โ2030 ๐
This is a pivotal moment for the Don River Railway. We are thrilled to officially launch our new 5-Year Strategic Plan; the first comprehensive plan we have had in over five years.
This isn't just a document; it marks a massive shift in how we operate. In the past, planning often happened in isolation by individuals. This time, we did it differently. We wanted a plan that actually reflects who we are and where we are going.
Developed in professional partnership with The van Diemen Project, this plan was built from the ground up with genuine input from our Board, our dedicated volunteers, and our community.
Our vision is clear: To deliver Tasmania's Premier Historical Rail Experience.
Over the next five years, we are modernising the railway by focusing on five strategic goals:
1. The Volunteer Engine: Supporting the people who keep us moving. 2. Proudly Local & Connected: Deepening our ties with Devonport. 3. Consistent & Captivating: Creating a world-class visitor experience. 4. Stewardship in Place: Setting the benchmark for heritage care. 5. Strengthened Governance: Building a robust, sustainable organisation.
We are serious about the future of the DRR, and we want you to be part of the journey.
Weโve got a special treat on the rails at Don River Railway today. We are running Y6, our 1970-built English Electric locomotive.
Y6 isn't just any train; sheโs a homegrown hero. Built right here in Tassie at the TGR Launceston Railway Workshops, the Y Class holds the distinction of being the only full class of locomotives to be manufactured entirely in Tasmania. Itโs a brilliant piece of our local industrial history. Come down and experience a ride behind this classic piece of Tasmanian engineering!
๐ Todayโs Schedule: Trains are departing hourly from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm (last train departs at 2 pm). See you at the station!
What a cracker of a day to be out on the rails! โ๏ธ๐ โWeโre having a great time down here at Don. If youโre looking for something to do this arvo, we still have services departing at 1:00pm and 2:00pm. โCome and join us!
๐ฃ๐ข๐ฉ: ๐๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ป๐ด๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ ๐ฅ๐ผ๐ผ๐บ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ฌ๐ฒ ๐๐ง
Itโs not every day you get to seeโand hearโan English Electric 6SRKT running with the engine room doors open. Here is a look inside the noisy, hot, and impressive world of Y6โs power unit.
This is a view passengers rarely get to see.
For the technically minded, here are the vital statistics of the power unit that defines the TGR Y Class:
โ๏ธ ๐๐ป๐ด๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ: English Electric 6SRKT Mk II
โ๏ธ ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ณ๐ถ๐ด๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Inline 6-Cylinder, 4-Stroke
โ๏ธ ๐๐ป๐ฑ๐๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป: Turbocharged
โ๏ธ ๐๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ & ๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ผ๐ธ๐ฒ: 10" x 12"
โ๏ธ ๐ข๐๐๐ฝ๐๐: 800hp at 850rpm
โ๏ธ ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐น๐๐ฒ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ป: 4 Valves per Cylinder
These videos take you inside the hood to see the engineering that keeps this 1960s veteran moving. From the rhythmic clatter of the valve gear to the whine of the Napier turbocharger, this is diesel heritage in motion.
A huge credit to our workshop volunteers who keep these complex machines operational.
Turn your volume up! ๐
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Spend Australia Day with us at Don River Railway! ๐ฆ๐บโ๏ธ
โThe weather forecast is looking absolutely fabulous for tomorrow; 26 degrees and sunny. Itโs the perfect day to head to the coast and enjoy the sunshine.
โOur Tasmanian-built Y6 will be on the tracks hauling passenger services throughout the public holiday.
โService Times:
Trains depart the station hourly from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm (inclusive).
โCome down, soak up the sun, and enjoy a ride along the river. See you there!
โ#DonRiverRailway #AustraliaDay #Devonport #Tasmania #Summer #DonTasmania ... See MoreSee Less
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We are looking for a new Audit partner to work with us as we embark on the biggest chapter in our history.
With our new 2026-2030 Strategic Plan in place and major projects on the horizon (including our bid to return to the Main Line!), strong financial governance is more important to us than ever.
We are seeking Expressions of Interest from Registered Company Auditors with experience in the Not-for-Profit sector.
We know our community has amazing connections. If you know a local firm or an auditor who loves heritage rail and community spirit as much as spreadsheets, please tag them below or share this post with them!
๐ Download the EOI via the link in the comments below ๐
๐ง Enquiries: treasurer@donriverrailway.com.au
๐๏ธ Closes: Friday, 13 February 2026
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Full steam ahead: Our roadmap for 2026โ2030 ๐
This is a pivotal moment for the Don River Railway. We are thrilled to officially launch our new 5-Year Strategic Plan; the first comprehensive plan we have had in over five years.
This isn't just a document; it marks a massive shift in how we operate. In the past, planning often happened in isolation by individuals. This time, we did it differently. We wanted a plan that actually reflects who we are and where we are going.
Developed in professional partnership with The van Diemen Project, this plan was built from the ground up with genuine input from our Board, our dedicated volunteers, and our community.
Our vision is clear: To deliver Tasmania's Premier Historical Rail Experience.
Over the next five years, we are modernising the railway by focusing on five strategic goals:
1. The Volunteer Engine: Supporting the people who keep us moving.
2. Proudly Local & Connected: Deepening our ties with Devonport.
3. Consistent & Captivating: Creating a world-class visitor experience.
4. Stewardship in Place: Setting the benchmark for heritage care.
5. Strengthened Governance: Building a robust, sustainable organisation.
We are serious about the future of the DRR, and we want you to be part of the journey.
๐ Read the full plan here: donriverrailway.com.au/governance/
#DonRiverRailway #Tasmania #HeritageRail #Devonport #Community #StrategicPlan ... See MoreSee Less
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๐ A true Tassie icon hits the tracks today!
Weโve got a special treat on the rails at Don River Railway today. We are running Y6, our 1970-built English Electric locomotive.
Y6 isn't just any train; sheโs a homegrown hero. Built right here in Tassie at the TGR Launceston Railway Workshops, the Y Class holds the distinction of being the only full class of locomotives to be manufactured entirely in Tasmania. Itโs a brilliant piece of our local industrial history.
Come down and experience a ride behind this classic piece of Tasmanian engineering!
๐ Todayโs Schedule:
Trains are departing hourly from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm (last train departs at 2 pm).
See you at the station!
#DonRiverRailway #Y6 #TasmanianHistory #RailHeritage #TassieBuilt #DonTasmania ... See MoreSee Less
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What a cracker of a day to be out on the rails! โ๏ธ๐
โWeโre having a great time down here at Don. If youโre looking for something to do this arvo, we still have services departing at 1:00pm and 2:00pm.
โCome and join us!
#DonRiverRailway #Devonport #TassieSummer ... See MoreSee Less
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