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Steam locomotive

Beyer & Peacock NS 3700

Built by Beyer & Peacock, Hanomag, Henschel, Werkspoor

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1910–1928
120 units
Axle arrangement
2′C' h4

Overview of the Beyer & Peacock NS 3700

Discover the iconic NS 3700 steam locomotive, a true testament to Dutch railway engineering.

Built between 1910 and 1928 by renowned manufacturers like Beyer & Peacock, Hanomag, Henschel, and Werkspoor, this Dutch Railways (NS) class is a remarkable example of power and design.

Featuring a Whyte notation of 4-6-0 and UIC axles of 2′C' h4, the NS 3700 was capable of reaching an impressive top speed of 110 km/h.

Its standard gauge of 1435 mm allowed it to operate on extensive networks, making it a vital component of rail transport.

Explore the legacy of the NS 3700, a locomotive that defined an era in railway history.

Beyer & Peacock NS 3700 technical specifications

Value
Built byBeyer & Peacock, Hanomag, Henschel, Werkspoor · 1910–1928120 units
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement2′C' h4
Whyte notation4-6-0

Operators of the Beyer & Peacock NS 3700

Railway companies that have operated the NS 3700, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Dutch RailwaysNS 3700Netherlands

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