Esslingen DB 42

Built by BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Henschel, Jung, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Orenstein & Koppel, Schichau-Werke

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Weight

102 t

224,871 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1937–1941

Axle arrangement

1'D1' h2

Overview of the Esslingen DB 42

Discover the powerful DB 42 locomotive, a notable example of German engineering in steam traction.

This versatile steam engine, designated as a 2-8-2 Whyte notation, was built by prominent German manufacturers like BMAG, Borsig, and Henschel between 1937 and 1941.

With a top speed of 90 km/h and a substantial weight of 102 tonnes, the DB 42 was a robust workhorse.

Many of these locomotives were refurbished between 1957 and 1961, ensuring their continued service for Deutsche Bahn AG.

This standard gauge (1435 mm) locomotive is a significant piece of railway history.

Esslingen DB 42 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DRB 41
Built by	BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Henschel, Jung, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Orenstein & Koppel, Schichau-Werke · 1937–1941
Refurbished	1957 - 1961 (107)
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'D1' h2
Whyte notation	2-8-2
Weight	102 t224,871 lb	224,871 lb