LKM K 57.9

Built by LKM

Weight

58 t

127,868 lb

Length

11.3 m

37 ft 1 in

Track gauge

750 mm

Narrow gauge

Years built

1952–1956

24 units

Axle arrangement

1'E1' h2

Overview of the LKM K 57.9

Discover the powerful K 57.9 steam locomotive, a true icon of narrow-gauge railroading.

Built by LKM between 1952 and 1956, this impressive 2-10-2 Whyte notation locomotive boasts a 750 mm gauge, making it a versatile workhorse on various German heritage railways.

With a substantial weight of 58 tons and a tractive effort of 83 kN, the K 57.9 is renowned for its robust performance and enduring appeal, continuing to charm enthusiasts on lines like the Fichtelberg Railway and the Öchsle-Bahn.

Its impressive dimensions, including a length of 11.3 meters and a height of 3.55 meters, underscore its significant presence. Experience the romance and engineering marvel of the K 57.9.

LKM K 57.9 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	K 57.9
Built by	LKM · 1952–195624 units
Tractive effort	83 kN18,659 lbf	18,659 lbf
Track gauge	750 mmNarrow gauge2 ft 5½ in	2 ft 5½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'E1' h2
Whyte notation	2-10-2
Length	11.3 m37 ft 1 in	37 ft 1 in
Height	3.55 m11 ft 8 in	11 ft 8 in
Weight	58 t127,868 lb	127,868 lb

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Operators of the LKM K 57.9

Railway companies that have operated the K 57.9, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
Fichtelberg Railway	FB 99.77-79	Germany
Öchsle-Bahn Betriebsgesellschaft	Öchsle-Bahn 99.77-79	Germany
Rügensche BäderBahn	RüBB 99.77-79	Germany
Sächsische Dampfeisenbahn Gesellschaft mbH	SDG 99.77-79	Germany
Weisseritz Valley Railway	WTB 99.77-79	Germany