© trainspo.comCegielski TKt48
Built by Fablok, Cegielski
Overview of the Cegielski TKt48
Discover the magnificent TKt48 steam locomotive, a true railway icon with a rich history and robust design.
Built between 1950 and 1957, this powerful standard gauge machine (1435 mm) features the 2-8-2 Whyte notation and a 1'D1' h2 UIC axle configuration, showcasing its capability for extensive journeys.
With a top speed of 80 km/h, the TKt48 served with distinction across various railway companies, including Albanian Railways and Polish State Railways (PKP), PKP Cargo, and Polregio.
Its imposing presence, measuring 3.1 m in width and 4.53 m in height, with a substantial weight of 98 tons, stands as a testament to the engineering prowess of its era.
Experience the enduring strength and charm of the TKt48, a steam locomotive that continues to captivate enthusiasts and evoke the romance of past rail travel.
Cegielski TKt48 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Fablok, Cegielski · 1950–1957 | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'D1' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-8-2 | |
| Width | 3.1 m10 ft 2 in | |
| Height | 4.53 m14 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 98 t216,053 lb |
Operators of the Cegielski TKt48
Railway companies that have operated the TKt48, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Albanian Railways | HSH TKt48 | Albania |
| PKP Cargo | PKP Cargo TKt48 | Poland |
| Polskie Koleje Państwowe | PKP Tkt48 | Poland |
| Przewozy Regionalne | Polregio TKt48 | Poland |
Cegielski TKt48 photos
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