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Steam locomotive

Fablok TKh49

Built by Fablok

Weight
35 t
77,162 lb
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1948–1961
477 units
Axle arrangement
C

Overview of the Fablok TKh49

Discover the TKh49, a robust C-class steam locomotive built by Fablok between 1948 and 1961.

This versatile steam engine operates on a standard 1435 mm gauge, making it a practical choice for various railway operations. With a weight of 35 tonnes, it offers a balanced combination of power and maneuverability.

The TKh49 has seen service across different regions, including private owners in Estonia and heritage railways like the Avon Valley Railway in the United Kingdom. It has also played a significant role in industrial settings, with notable operations by DB Cargo Polska and PKP Cargo in Poland.

Explore the legacy of this notable steam locomotive, a testament to enduring railway engineering.

Fablok TKh49 technical specifications

Value
Built byFablok · 1948–1961477 units
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementC
Weight35 t77,162 lb

Operators of the Fablok TKh49

Railway companies that have operated the TKh49, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Private owners group@private-ee TKh49Estonia
DB Cargo PolskaDBCPL TKhPoland
PKP CargoPKP Cargo Tkh49Poland
Avon Valley RailwayAVP TKh49United Kingdom

Fablok TKh49 photos

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