Henschel G 56.17

Built by Henschel

Top speed

65 km/h

40 mph

Weight

96 t

211,644 lb

Length

18.5 m

60 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

1'E h3

Overview of the Henschel G 56.17

Discover the robust G 56.17 steam locomotive, a powerful 2-10-0 type engine built by Henschel.

This impressive locomotive features a 1435 mm gauge and boasts a top speed of 65 km/h, making it a significant piece of railway history.

Its design is classified as a Prussian G 12 series, reflecting its heritage and engineering excellence.

The G 56.17 has served with distinction in Germany's Deutsche Reichsbahn as the DR 58, and also in Poland as the PKP Ty1.

Today, this historic engine can be admired at institutions like the Sächsisches Eisenbahnmuseum Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf and by the Ulmer Eisenbahnfreunde.

Explore the detailed specifications including its length of 18.5 meters and a weight of 96 tons.

This locomotive is a testament to the golden age of steam, offering a glimpse into the past of rail transportation.

Henschel G 56.17 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Purssian G 12
Built by	Henschel
Top speed	65 km/h40 mph	40 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'E h3
Whyte notation	2-10-0
Length	18.5 m60 ft 8 in	60 ft 8 in
Weight	96 t211,644 lb	211,644 lb

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Operators of the Henschel G 56.17

Railway companies that have operated the G 56.17, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Deutsche Reichsbahn	DR 58	Germany
Sächsisches Eisenbahnmuseum Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf e.V	SEM 58	Germany
Ulmer Eisenbahnfreunde	UEF 58	Germany
Polish State Railways	PKP Ty1	Poland