Henschel CP 551-560

Explore the heritage of Portuguese railways with the CP 551-560 series, iconic steam locomotives that shaped a generation of travel.

Built by Henschel in 1924, this series comprises ten powerful "Pacific" type locomotives, each a testament to early 20th-century engineering.

Serving with Trains of Portugal, these engines boasted a top speed of 120 km/h and a robust 1668 mm gauge, making them reliable workhorses for their era.

With their classic 4-6-2 Whyte notation and 2'C1' h2 UIC axles, the CP 551-560 locomotives represent a significant piece of railway history, embodying strength and innovation.