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Steam locomotive

Kitson & Co EIR

Built by Kitson & Co

Top speed
40 km/h
25 mph
Power output
97 kW
130 hp
Track gauge
1,676 mm
Indian broad gauge
Years built
1855
Axle arrangement
2-2-2

Overview of the Kitson & Co EIR

Discover the EIR steam locomotive, a historic marvel from Kitson & Co, built in 1855. This unique engine, classified as a 2-2-2, offers a glimpse into the early days of railway engineering.

With a power output of 97 kW and a top speed of 40 km/h, the EIR locomotive is a testament to its era. Its substantial 1676 mm gauge further highlights its robust construction.

This iconic locomotive, part of the Indian Railways class IR EIR, represents a significant piece of transportation history in India. Explore its classic design and enduring legacy.

Kitson & Co EIR technical specifications

Value
Built byKitson & Co · 1855
Top speed40 km/h25 mph
Power output97 kW130 hp
Track gauge1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in
Whyte notation2-2-2

Operators of the Kitson & Co EIR

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

OperatorClassCountry
Indian RailwaysIR EIRIndia

Kitson & Co EIR photos

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