Beyer & Peacock SJ B I

Built by Beyer & Peacock, Motala, NOHAB

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Length

12.71 m

41 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1856–1972

Axle arrangement

1'B1' h2

Overview of the Beyer & Peacock SJ B I

Experience the classic charm of the SJ B I steam locomotive, a remarkable piece of railway history built by renowned manufacturers Beyer & Peacock, Motala, and NOHAB between 1856 and 1972.

This impressive locomotive, classified as a 2-4-2 Whyte notation, boasts a top speed of 60 km/h. Its robust construction and 1435 mm gauge made it a reliable workhorse for Sweden Railways.

Measuring 12.71 meters in length, the SJ B I stands as a testament to early locomotive engineering and its significant role in shaping Swedish transportation.

Beyer & Peacock SJ B I technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Beyer & Peacock, Motala, NOHAB · 1856–1972
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'B1' h2
Whyte notation	2-4-2
Length	12.71 m41 ft 8 in	41 ft 8 in