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Baldwin XE class 2-8-2 – photo 1

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Steam locomotive

Baldwin XE class 2-8-2

Built by Baldwin

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Axle arrangement

1'D1' h2

Overview of the Baldwin XE class 2-8-2

Discover the impressive XE Class 2-8-2 steam locomotive, a true masterpiece of engineering. This formidable machine, which operated on the railways of India, embodies the power and capability of a bygone era of rail transport.

The XE Class, also known as IR XE, was built by Baldwin and features a track gauge of 1676 mm. With its 2-8-2 Whyte notation and UIC axle designation 1'D1' h2, it stands as a fascinating example of the diversity and complexity of steam locomotives.

Experience the history and engineering of this remarkable locomotive, which once served Indian Railways.

Baldwin XE class 2-8-2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	IR XE
Built by	Baldwin
Track gauge	1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in	5 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	1'D1' h2
Whyte notation	2-8-2

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Operators of the Baldwin XE class 2-8-2

Railway companies that have operated the XE class 2-8-2, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Indian Railways	IR AWE	India

Baldwin XE class 2-8-2 photos

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