Floridsdorf KkStB 178

Discover the KkStB 178, a robust steam locomotive embodying early 20th-century railway engineering. Built between 1900 and 1918 by renowned manufacturers like Krauss and Floridsdorf, this workhorse was designed for heavy freight service, demonstrating exceptional durability and power.

Featuring an impressive 0-8-0 wheel arrangement, the KkStB 178 reaches a top speed of 50 km/h. It measures 9.36 meters long and weighs 46 tons, operating on a standard 1435 mm gauge, making it a versatile asset on many railway networks.

This iconic locomotive enjoyed a significant second career with the Czechoslovak State Railways as the ČSD 422.0 and later with The Railways of the Slovak Republic as the ŽSR 422, underscoring its lasting historical importance in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.