DR Prussian G 10

Built by DR

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Power output

809 kW

1,085 hp

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1910–1925

Axle arrangement

E' h2

Overview of the DR Prussian G 10

Discover the Prussian G 10, a powerful 0-10-0 steam locomotive renowned for its robust design and historical significance.

Built by the German State Railways between 1910 and 1925, this iconic engine is a testament to early 20th-century railway engineering.

With a top speed of 60 km/h and a gauge of 1435 mm, the G 10 was a workhorse on the tracks.

Its UIC classification of E' h2 highlights its impressive power output of 809 kW.

Today, the Prussian G 10 continues to inspire awe, with preserved examples featured at the Dresden Transport Museum in Germany (VMD 57.10-35) and the Austrian Society for Railway History in Austria (ÖGEG 657), offering enthusiasts a glimpse into its storied past.

DR Prussian G 10 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	DR · 1910–1925
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Power output	809 kW1,085 hp	1,085 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	E' h2
Whyte notation	0-10-0