© trainspo.comEsslingen DR 99
Built by BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Hanomag, Henschel, Jung, Krauss, Linke-Hofmann, Maffei, O&K, SACM, Vulcan
Overview of the Esslingen DR 99
Discover the DR 99, a captivating steam locomotive celebrated for its robust construction and historical significance.
Built between 1905 and 1919 by renowned manufacturers like BMAG, Borsig, and Henschel, this engine embodies the engineering prowess of its era.
With a top speed of 25 km/h and a power output of 48 kW, the DR 99 is an ideal choice for heritage railways and enthusiasts of steam traction.
Its compact dimensions, measuring 5.98 meters in length and weighing just 10 tons, make it a versatile machine, including its service on smaller lines like the Schinznacher Baumschulbahn in Switzerland.
Experience the power and charm of this 0-8-0 classification, a locomotive that continues to capture the hearts of railway fans.
Esslingen DR 99 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Hanomag, Henschel, Jung, Krauss, Linke-Hofmann, Maffei, O&K, SACM, Vulcan · 1905–19192,573 units | |
| Top speed | 25 km/h16 mph | |
| Power output | 48 kW64 hp | |
| UIC axle arrangement | D' n2 | |
| Whyte notation | 0-8-0 | |
| Length | 5.98 m19 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 1.78 m5 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 2.85 m9 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 10 t22,046 lb |
Operators of the Esslingen DR 99
Railway companies that have operated the DR 99, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Schinznacher Baumschulbahn | SchBB G 4/4 | Switzerland |
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