© trainspo.comHannomag Mikado
Built by Hannomag, Werkspoor
Overview of the Hannomag Mikado
Discover the impressive Mikado steam locomotive, a testament to early 20th-century engineering.
Built by renowned manufacturers Hannomag and Werkspoor between 1921 and 1922, this powerful machine features the classic 2-8-2 Whyte notation.
With a top speed of 70 km/h and a gauge of 1067 mm, the Mikado proudly served the Indonesian Railways as part of the KAI D14 class.
Its substantial dimensions of 12.65 meters in length, 3 meters in width, and 3.78 meters in height, coupled with a weight of 71 tons, highlight its robust construction.
A remarkable piece of railway history, the Mikado evokes the golden age of steam locomotion.
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Hannomag Mikado technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Hannomag, Werkspoor · 1921–192224 units | |
| Top speed | 70 km/h43 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'D1' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-8-2 | |
| Length | 12.65 m41 ft 6 in | |
| Width | 3 m9 ft 10 in | |
| Height | 3.78 m12 ft 5 in | |
| Weight | 71 t156,528 lb |
Operators of the Hannomag Mikado
Railway companies that have operated the Mikado, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesian Railways | KAI D14 | Indonesia |
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