Skip to content
Locomotive-Specs
Borsig DRG 24 – photo 1© trainspo.com
Steam locomotive

Borsig DRG 24

Built by Schichau-Werke, Hanomag, Henschel, Krupp, Borsig

Top speed
90 km/h
56 mph
Length
16.96 m
55 ft 8 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1928–1939
95 units
Axle arrangement
1'C' h2

Overview of the Borsig DRG 24

Explore the impressive DRG 24, a steam locomotive steeped in history.

This locomotive, built between 1928 and 1939 by renowned manufacturers like Schichau-Werke and Hanomag, represents a significant era in railway engineering.

With its 2-6-0 Whyte notation and a top speed of 90 km/h, the DRG 24 was a powerful machine on the tracks.

The model features a 1435 mm gauge, corresponding to standard European track width.

This locomotive, part of Deutsche Bahn AG under the DB 24 class, is a fascinating piece of engineering for steam locomotive and model railway enthusiasts.

Admire the beautiful details of this 16.96-meter-long locomotive and relive the grandeur of the past.

A true icon for any railway collection.

Borsig DRG 24 technical specifications

Value
Built bySchichau-Werke, Hanomag, Henschel, Krupp, Borsig · 1928–193995 units
Top speed90 km/h56 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement1'C' h2
Whyte notation2-6-0
Length16.96 m55 ft 8 in

Operators of the Borsig DRG 24

Railway companies that have operated the DRG 24, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Deutsche Bahn AGDB 24Germany

More steam locomotives from Borsig

All Borsig models

Similar steam locomotives from other manufacturers

All steam locomotives