Linke-Hofmann Prussian P 8

Built by BMAG, Linke-Hofmann

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

868 kW

1,164 hp

Length

18.59 m

61 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1906–1923

3,948 units

Axle arrangement

2'C' h2

Overview of the Linke-Hofmann Prussian P 8

Discover the iconic Prussian P 8 steam locomotive, a true railway classic.

This remarkable machine, with its elegant 4-6-0 wheel arrangement, has covered countless miles across various eras.

Built between 1906 and 1923, the Prussian P 8 boasted an impressive top speed of 100 km/h, standing as a testament to cutting-edge engineering of its time.

With a power output of 868 kW, this locomotive left its mark on railway services in Germany, Belgium, and Poland, operating under different designations such as DB 38.10, DR 38.10, PFT-TSP 64, and PKP Cargo Ok1.

Its robust 1435 mm gauge and considerable dimensions, including a length of 18.59 m and a height of 4.55 m, solidify its status as a cornerstone of railway history.

Explore more about the Prussian P 8 and its enduring legacy on the rails.

Linke-Hofmann Prussian P 8 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	P 8
Built by	BMAG, Linke-Hofmann · 1906–19233,948 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	868 kW1,164 hp	1,164 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	2'C' h2
Whyte notation	4-6-0
Length	18.59 m61 ft 0 in	61 ft 0 in
Height	4.55 m14 ft 11 in	14 ft 11 in

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Operators of the Linke-Hofmann Prussian P 8

Railway companies that have operated the Prussian P 8, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Patrimoine Ferroviaire et Tourisme-Toerisme en Spoorpatrimonium	PFT-TSP 64	Belgium
Deutsche Bahn AG	DB 38.10	Germany
Deutsche Reichsbahn	DR 38.10	Germany
PKP Cargo	PKP Cargo Ok1	Poland