Krupp BR 01

Built by AEG, BMAG, Borsig, Henschel, Krupp

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Power output

1,648 kW

2,210 hp

Weight

109 t

240,304 lb

Length

23.94 m

78 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1926–1938

Overview of the Krupp BR 01

Discover the iconic BR 01 steam locomotive, a masterpiece of German engineering.

Built between 1926 and 1938 by renowned manufacturers like AEG, BMAG, Borsig, Henschel, and Krupp, this powerful engine features the classic 4-6-2 Whyte notation and a standard gauge of 1435 mm.

With a top speed of 130 km/h and an impressive power output of 1648 kW, the BR 01 offers exceptional performance. Its substantial length of 23.94 meters and weight of 109 tons ensure a commanding presence and smooth operation.

This historic locomotive continues to captivate enthusiasts, preserved in various museums and heritage railways across Germany and Switzerland, a testament to the golden age of steam.

Explore the history and enduring beauty of the BR 01, a true symbol of the steam era.

Krupp BR 01 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	BR 01
Built by	AEG, BMAG, Borsig, Henschel, Krupp · 1926–1938
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Power output	1,648 kW2,210 hp	2,210 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	2'C1' h2
Whyte notation	4-6-2
Length	23.94 m78 ft 7 in	78 ft 7 in
Weight	109 t240,304 lb	240,304 lb

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Operators of the Krupp BR 01

Railway companies that have operated the BR 01, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Bayerisches Eisenbahnmuseum	BEM 01	Germany
DB Museum	DB Museum 01	Germany
Deutsche Bahn AG	DB 01	Germany
Deutsche Reichsbahn	DR 01	Germany
Historiche Eisenbahn Frankfurt e.V	HEF 01	Germany
Verein Pacific	VP 01	Switzerland