Esslingen DR 86

Built by BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Floridsdorf, Friedrich Krupp, Henschel, LHW, MBG Karlsruhe, Orenstein & Koppel, Schichau-Werke

Top speed

80 km/h

50 mph

Weight

70 t

154,323 lb

Length

13.82 m

45 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1928–1943

Axle arrangement

1'D1' h2

Overview of the Esslingen DR 86

Discover the DR 86 steam locomotive, a remarkable piece of German railway heritage.

Built between 1928 and 1943 by renowned manufacturers like BMAG, Borsig, and Henschel, this impressive machine boasts a top speed of 80 km/h and significant power.

Featuring a standard gauge of 1435 mm, a 1'D1' h2 UIC classification, and a length of 13.82 meters, the DR 86 served diligently with Deutsche Bahn AG and Deutsche Reichsbahn.

It continues to capture the attention of enthusiasts, notably through its active role with the Pressnitztalbahn, serving as a testament to the engineering of a bygone era.

Esslingen DR 86 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Floridsdorf, Friedrich Krupp, Henschel, LHW, MBG Karlsruhe, Orenstein & Koppel, Schichau-Werke · 1928–1943
Top speed	80 km/h50 mph	50 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'D1' h2
Length	13.82 m45 ft 4 in	45 ft 4 in
Height	4.17 m13 ft 8 in	13 ft 8 in
Weight	70 t154,323 lb	154,323 lb