© trainspo.comJung DB 42
Built by BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Henschel, Jung, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Orenstein & Koppel, Schichau-Werke
Overview of the Jung DB 42
Explore the powerful DB 42 steam locomotive, a remarkable piece of engineering history.
This impressive 2-8-2 class locomotive was built by leading manufacturers like BMAG, Borsig, and Henschel between 1937 and 1941.
With a top speed of 90 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the DB 42 is known for its reliability and performance.
Operated by Deutsche Bahn AG, this locomotive represents a significant chapter in German railway heritage.
Discover more about its technical specifications and rich past.
Jung 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 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'D1' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-8-2 | |
| Weight | 102 t224,871 lb |
Operators of the Jung DB 42
Railway companies that have operated the DB 42, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn AG | DB 42 | Germany |
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