© trainspo.comDavenport USATC S100
Built by Davenport, Porter, Vulcan
Overview of the Davenport USATC S100
Explore the powerful USATC S100 steam locomotive, a classic 0-6-0 design renowned for its robust construction and reliable performance. Built between 1942 and 1944 by Davenport, Porter, and Vulcan, this locomotive was engineered for demanding industrial and military applications.
With a tractive effort of 96 kN, the USATC S100 demonstrates significant pulling power. Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and manageable dimensions of 8.99 meters in length, 2.74 meters in width, and 3.7 meters in height make it a versatile workhorse for various railway operations.
Today, these historic locomotives continue to operate in heritage railway settings. You can find them in the Netherlands with the Stichting Stoomtrein Goes - Borsele (SGB S100), in Slovenia with Slovenian Railways (SŽ 62), and in Bosnia and Herzegovina with the Railways of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (ŽFBH 62), preserving a vital piece of railway history for enthusiasts and the public alike.
Davenport USATC S100 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Davenport, Porter, Vulcan · 1942–1944382 units | |
| Tractive effort | 96 kN21,582 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | C' n2 | |
| Whyte notation | 0-6-0 | |
| Length | 8.99 m29 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 2.74 m9 ft 0 in | |
| Height | 3.7 m12 ft 2 in | |
| Weight | 46 t101,413 lb |
Operators of the Davenport USATC S100
Railway companies that have operated the USATC S100, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Railways of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina | ŽFBH 62 | Bosnia & Herzegovina |
| Stichting Stoomtrein Goes - Borsele | SGB S100 | Netherlands |
| Slovenian Railways | SŽ 62 | Slovenia |
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