© trainspo.comKrauss-Maffei DR 03.10
Built by Borsig, Krupp, Krauss-Maffei
Overview of the Krauss-Maffei DR 03.10
Explore the powerful DR 03.10 steam locomotive, a true icon of German railway engineering.
This impressive machine, classified as a 4-6-2 Whyte notation, boasts a top speed of 140 km/h.
Built by Borsig, Krupp, and Krauss-Maffei between 1939 and 1941, the DR 03.10 series featured 60 units, each contributing to the rich history of the Deutsche Reichsbahn.
With a length of 23.91 meters and a weight of 103 tons, this locomotive is a remarkable example of its era.
Discover more about this magnificent steam engine and its place in railway heritage.
Krauss-Maffei DR 03.10 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | DR 03 | |
| Built by | Borsig, Krupp, Krauss-Maffei · 1939–194160 units | |
| Top speed | 140 km/h87 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'C1' h3 | |
| Whyte notation | 4-6-2 | |
| Length | 23.91 m78 ft 5 in | |
| Weight | 103 t227,076 lb |
Operators of the Krauss-Maffei DR 03.10
Railway companies that have operated the DR 03.10, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Reichsbahn | DR 03.10 | Germany |
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