BMAG 15F 4-8-2

Built by BMAG, Henschel, NBL, Beyer & Peacock

Length

22.4 m

73 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,067 mm

Cape gauge

Years built

1938–1946

255 units

Axle arrangement

2'D1' h2

Overview of the BMAG 15F 4-8-2

Explore the magnificent 15F 4-8-2 steam locomotive, a true icon of South African railways.

Built between 1938 and 1946 by renowned manufacturers like BMAG, Henschel, NBL, and Beyer & Peacock, this robust machine proudly carries the 4-8-2 Whyte notation.

With a gauge of 1067 mm and a substantial length of 22.4 meters, the 15F 4-8-2 was a cornerstone of railway operations, showcasing its impressive power and unwavering reliability.

Today, the FOTR 15F class continues to captivate railway enthusiasts in South Africa through the Friends Of The Rail organization, dedicated to preserving the legacy of these grand steam engines.

A remarkable testament to past railway engineering, the 15F 4-8-2 stands as a piece of history on the rails.

BMAG 15F 4-8-2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BMAG, Henschel, NBL, Beyer & Peacock · 1938–1946255 units
Track gauge	1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in	3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangement	2'D1' h2
Whyte notation	4-8-2
Length	22.4 m73 ft 6 in	73 ft 6 in
Height	3.95 m13 ft 0 in	13 ft 0 in