© trainspo.comBMZ Eu
Built by BMZ, HZTM, Sormovo, KTZ, Lugansk
Overview of the BMZ Eu
Discover the powerful Eu steam locomotive, a robust machine with a rich history.
Built between 1926 and 1931 by renowned manufacturers like BMZ, HZTM, Sormovo, KTZ, and Lugansk, this locomotive was designed for heavy hauling.
Featuring a 1520 mm gauge and a 2-10-0 Whyte notation, the Eu showcases its capabilities with an impressive weight of 85 tons and an output of 1100 kW.
The Eu series played a crucial role with Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) and Russian Railways (RZD), underscoring its reliability and significance in rail transport.
Explore the engineering and historical importance of this iconic Soviet steam locomotive.
BMZ Eu technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | 0-5-0 | |
| Built by | BMZ, HZTM, Sormovo, KTZ, Lugansk · 1926–1931 | |
| Power output | 1,100 kW1,475 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'E h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-10-0 | |
| Weight | 85 t187,393 lb |
Operators of the BMZ Eu
Railway companies that have operated the Eu, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan Temir Zholy | KTZ Eu | Kazakhstan |
| Russian Railways | RZD Eu | Russia |
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