Borsig DRG 95

Built by Borsig, Hanomag

Top speed

65 km/h

40 mph

Weight

127 t

279,987 lb

Length

15.1 m

49 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1922–1924

45 units

Axle arrangement

1'E1' h2

Overview of the Borsig DRG 95

Discover the impressive DRG 95, a powerful steam locomotive renowned for its robust design and historical significance.

This iconic locomotive, classified as a 2-10-2, boasts a top speed of 65 km/h and a substantial weight of 127 tons, making it a formidable presence on the rails.

Built by Borsig and Hanomag between 1922 and 1924, the DRG 95 features a 1435 mm gauge and a striking length of 15.1 meters, standing tall at 4.55 meters.

With a rich operational history under the Deutsche Reichsbahn and German Imperial Railway, this steam giant continues to be celebrated and preserved by various heritage organizations in Germany.

Explore the enduring legacy of the DRG 95, a testament to early 20th-century railway engineering and a beloved piece of locomotive history.

Borsig DRG 95 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Borsig, Hanomag · 1922–192445 units
Top speed	65 km/h40 mph	40 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'E1' h2
Whyte notation	2-10-2
Length	15.1 m49 ft 6 in	49 ft 6 in
Height	4.55 m14 ft 11 in	14 ft 11 in
Weight	127 t279,987 lb	279,987 lb

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Operators of the Borsig DRG 95

Railway companies that have operated the DRG 95, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Deutsche Reichsbahn	DR 95	Germany
Förderverein Bw Arnstadt hist. e.V.	BWARN 95	Germany
German Imperial Railway	DRG 95	Germany
Traditionsgemeinschaft 50 3708-0 e. V.	DLHBS 95	Germany