Henschel E 44

Built by SSW, Krauss-Maffei, Henschel, Floridsdorf

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Power output

1,860 kW

2,494 hp

Weight

78 t

171,960 lb

Length

15.29 m

50 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1932–1955

187 units

Overview of the Henschel E 44

Discover the fascinating E 44 electric locomotive, a historical piece of railway engineering.

Built between 1932 and 1955, this powerful locomotive was a staple of the Deutsche Reichsbahn and later Deutsche Bahn AG.

With a top speed of 90 km/h and an output of 1860 kW, it was ideal for freight and passenger transport on the 1435 mm standard gauge network.

The E 44 is characterized by its robust construction and the classic Bo'Bo' axle arrangement.

Experience the technology and design of an era that still finds admirers today.

Particularly noteworthy is its service with the Deutsche Reichsbahn and its preservation today by associations like the Sächsisches Eisenbahnmuseum Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf e.V.

Henschel E 44 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DB E 44
Built by	SSW, Krauss-Maffei, Henschel, Floridsdorf · 1932–1955187 units
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Power output	1,860 kW2,494 hp	2,494 hp
Tractive effort	196 kN44,063 lbf	44,063 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	15.29 m50 ft 2 in	50 ft 2 in
Weight	78 t171,960 lb	171,960 lb