LKM K 57.10

Built by LKM

Top speed

40 km/h

25 mph

Weight

61 t

134,482 lb

Length

12.5 m

41 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1954–1956

17 units

Axle arrangement

1'E1' h2

Overview of the LKM K 57.10

Discover the powerful K 57.10 steam locomotive, a true workhorse of the German Harz Narrow Gauge Railways (HSB).

Built by LKM between 1954 and 1956, this impressive 2-10-2 Whyte notation locomotive boasts a tractive effort of 103 kN, ensuring it can handle challenging routes with ease.

With a top speed of 40 km/h and a length of 12.5 meters, the K 57.10 is a remarkable example of narrow-gauge steam engineering.

Its robust construction and impressive 61 t weight make it a reliable and iconic part of railway history.

LKM K 57.10 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	K 57.10
Built by	LKM · 1954–195617 units
Top speed	40 km/h25 mph	25 mph
Tractive effort	103 kN23,155 lbf	23,155 lbf
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'E1' h2
Whyte notation	2-10-2
Length	12.5 m41 ft 0 in	41 ft 0 in
Width	2.64 m8 ft 8 in	8 ft 8 in
Height	3.65 m12 ft 0 in	12 ft 0 in
Weight	61 t134,482 lb	134,482 lb