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Steam locomotive

Baldwin NSW D59

Built by Baldwin

Weight
91 t
200,620 lb
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1952
20 units
Axle arrangement
1'D1' h2

Overview of the Baldwin NSW D59

Discover the mighty NSW D59 steam locomotive, a powerful 2-8-2 designed and built by Baldwin in 1952.

With a substantial weight of 91 tonnes and a tractive effort of 156 kN, this impressive machine boasts a 1435 mm gauge and operates with a Whyte notation of 2-8-2.

Currently preserved and in operation by the Lachlan Valley Railway in Australia as the LVR D59, this locomotive is a testament to classic railway engineering.

Experience the enduring legacy and commanding presence of the NSW D59 on heritage lines.

Baldwin NSW D59 technical specifications

Value
Built byBaldwin · 195220 units
Tractive effort156 kN35,070 lbf
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement1'D1' h2
Whyte notation2-8-2
Weight91 t200,620 lb
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Operators of the Baldwin NSW D59

Railway companies that have operated the NSW D59, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Lachlan Valley RailwayLVR D59Australia

Baldwin NSW D59 photos

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