Henschel DB 42

Built by BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Henschel, Jung, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Orenstein & Koppel, Schichau-Werke

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Weight

102 t

224,871 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1937–1941

Axle arrangement

1'D1' h2

Overview of the Henschel DB 42

Discover the DB 42, an iconic 2-8-2 steam locomotive built for German railways. Produced by renowned manufacturers like BMAG and Henschel between 1937 and 1941, this robust engine was a cornerstone of rail transport.

Refurbished from 1957 to 1961, the DB 42 boasts a top speed of 90 km/h. Its standard 1435 mm gauge and a substantial weight of 102 tons highlight its power and reliability.

Featuring the Whyte notation 2-8-2 and UIC axles 1'D1' h2, the DB 42 is a remarkable piece of railway engineering, well-known for its service with Deutsche Bahn AG in Germany.

Henschel DB 42 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DRB 41
Built by	BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Henschel, Jung, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Orenstein & Koppel, Schichau-Werke · 1937–1941
Refurbished	1957 - 1961 (107)
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'D1' h2
Whyte notation	2-8-2
Weight	102 t224,871 lb	224,871 lb