DRG 44

Explore the impressive DRG 44 steam locomotive, a true icon of railway engineering.

With a striking 2-10-0 wheel arrangement, this locomotive was built between 1926 and 1949, with a total of 1989 units produced. Its strength and robustness allowed it to reach speeds of up to 80 km/h, demonstrating its capability for long distances.

The DRG 44 model served with major railway companies such as Deutsche Bahn AG and Deutsche Reichsbahn in Germany, and also operated in the Netherlands with the Veluwsche Stoomtrein Maatschappij. Its standard gauge of 1435 mm facilitated its integration into various railway networks.

Measuring 22.62 meters in length and 4.55 meters in height, this locomotive weighed an impressive 110 tons, highlighting the power required for its tasks. The DRG 44 represents a significant chapter in the history of steam locomotives.