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Steam locomotive

KTZ Er

Built by BMZ, ČKD, HZTM, KTZ, Lugansk, NZL, Sormovo

Top speed
65 km/h
40 mph
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1946–1957
3,266 units
Axle arrangement
E' h2

Overview of the KTZ Er

Explore the enduring legacy of the Er steam locomotive, a powerful machine that has served diverse railway networks across Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova, Kazakhstan, and Russia.

This iconic 0-10-0 locomotive, built between 1946 and 1957 by renowned manufacturers such as BMZ, ČKD, and Lugansk, is a testament to robust engineering and operational reliability.

With a gauge of 1520 mm and a top speed of 65 km/h, the Er played a crucial role in freight transport and logistics, embodying an era of formidable steam power.

Discover the impressive presence and historical significance of this remarkable locomotive.

KTZ Er technical specifications

Value
Series0-5-0
Built byBMZ, ČKD, HZTM, KTZ, Lugansk, NZL, Sormovo · 1946–19573,266 units
Top speed65 km/h40 mph
Track gauge1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangementE' h2
Whyte notation0-10-0

Operators of the KTZ Er

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

OperatorClassCountry
Belarusian RailwayBCh ErBelarus
Kazakhstan Temir ZholyKTZ ErKazakhstan
Moldovan RailwayCFM ErMoldova
Russian RailwaysRZD ErRussia
Private owners group@private-ua ErUkraine
Ukrainian RailwaysUZ ErUkraine

KTZ Er photos

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