Esslingen Eb 2/4

Built by Esslingen

Top speed

75 km/h

47 mph

Power output

407 kW

546 hp

Weight

49 t

108,026 lb

Length

10.2 m

33 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1891

Overview of the Esslingen Eb 2/4

Discover the historic Eb 2/4 steam locomotive, a classic 4-4-0 design built by Esslingen in 1891. This impressive machine served the Jura–Simplon-Bahn in Switzerland, showcasing a powerful 407 kW output and a top speed of 75 km/h.

With a length of 10.2 meters and weighing 49 tons, the Eb 2/4 is a substantial piece of railway heritage. Its 1435 mm standard gauge and 2'B' n2 UIC axle configuration highlight the engineering of its era.

Explore the details and legacy of this iconic Swiss steam locomotive, a testament to early railway development and operational excellence.

Esslingen Eb 2/4 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Esslingen · 1891
Top speed	75 km/h47 mph	47 mph
Power output	407 kW546 hp	546 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	2'B' n2
Whyte notation	4-4-0
Length	10.2 m33 ft 6 in	33 ft 6 in
Weight	49 t108,026 lb	108,026 lb