AEG BR 01

Built by AEG, BMAG, Borsig, Henschel, Krupp

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Power output

1,648 kW

2,210 hp

Weight

109 t

240,304 lb

Length

23.94 m

78 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1926–1938

Overview of the AEG BR 01

Discover the BR 01, a powerful German steam locomotive built between 1926 and 1938 by renowned manufacturers.

This iconic locomotive boasted a top speed of 130 km/h and operated on standard gauge tracks of 1435 mm.

With its 4-6-2 Whyte notation and 2'C1' h2 UIC classification, the BR 01 was a versatile and reliable workhorse on German railways.

Often referred to as "Pacific" locomotives, these engines are celebrated for their impressive performance and enduring legacy in railway history.

Explore the captivating story of the BR 01, a true legend among German steam locomotives.

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 01
Built by	AEG, BMAG, Borsig, Henschel, Krupp · 1926–1938
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Power output	1,648 kW2,210 hp	2,210 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	2'C1' h2
Whyte notation	4-6-2
Length	23.94 m78 ft 7 in	78 ft 7 in
Weight	109 t240,304 lb	240,304 lb

Railway companies that have operated the BR 01, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Bayerisches Eisenbahnmuseum	BEM 01	Germany
DB Museum	DB Museum 01	Germany
Deutsche Bahn AG	DB 01	Germany
Deutsche Reichsbahn	DR 01	Germany
Historiche Eisenbahn Frankfurt e.V	HEF 01	Germany
Verein Pacific	VP 01	Switzerland