BMAG K 57.9

Built by Sächsische Maschinenfabrik, BMAG

Weight

57 t

125,663 lb

Length

10.54 m

34 ft 7 in

Track gauge

750 mm

Narrow gauge

Years built

1928–1933

32 units

Axle arrangement

1'E1' h2

Overview of the BMAG K 57.9

Discover the K 57.9, a powerful steam locomotive with a rich history.

Built between 1928 and 1933 by Sächsische Maschinenfabrik and BMAG, this locomotive is a testament to engineering prowess.

Its 2-10-2 Whyte notation and 1'E1' h2 UIC axle arrangement highlight its robust design, ideal for navigating various terrains.

Measuring 10.54 meters long and 3.55 meters high, the K 57.9 weighs a substantial 57 tons and boasts a tractive effort of 83 kN, making it a reliable workhorse.

This impressive steam locomotive continues to operate on Germany's beloved narrow-gauge railways, including the Lößnitzgrundbahn, Sächsische Dampfeisenbahn Gesellschaft mbH, Sächsisch-Oberlausitzer Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH, and SSB Radebeul.

Experience the charm and power of steam with the K 57.9, a true icon of railway heritage.

BMAG K 57.9 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	K 57.9
Built by	Sächsische Maschinenfabrik, BMAG · 1928–193332 units
Tractive effort	83 kN18,659 lbf	18,659 lbf
Track gauge	750 mmNarrow gauge2 ft 5½ in	2 ft 5½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'E1' h2
Whyte notation	2-10-2
Length	10.54 m34 ft 7 in	34 ft 7 in
Height	3.55 m11 ft 8 in	11 ft 8 in
Weight	57 t125,663 lb	125,663 lb

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Operators of the BMAG K 57.9

Railway companies that have operated the K 57.9, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Lößnitzgrundbahn	LGB 99.73-76	Germany
Sächsisch-Oberlausitzer Eisenbahngesellschaft mbH	SOEG 99.73-76	Germany
Sächsische Dampfeisenbahn Gesellschaft mbH	SDG 99.73-76	Germany
SSB Radebeul	SSBR 99.73-76	Germany