Luhanskteplovoz Em

Built by BMZ, HZTM, Sormovo, Lugansk

Top speed

65 km/h

40 mph

Weight

78 t

171,960 lb

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1931–1935

2,694 units

Axle arrangement

1'E h2

Overview of the Luhanskteplovoz Em

Discover the power and history of the Em locomotive, a robust 0-5-0 steam engine.

Built between 1931 and 1935 by renowned manufacturers like BMZ, HZTM, Sormovo, and Lugansk, this impressive machine boasts a top speed of 65 km/h.

With a substantial weight of 78 tons and a 1520 mm gauge, the Em locomotive is a significant piece of railway heritage. Its 2-10-0 Whyte notation highlights its powerful wheel arrangement.

The Em locomotive has a diverse operational history, serving private owners in Kazakhstan and Ukraine, as well as being part of the Belarusain Railway (BCh) and Russian Railways (RZD) fleets.

Explore the legacy of this iconic steam locomotive and its contributions to rail transport.

Luhanskteplovoz Em technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	0-5-0
Built by	BMZ, HZTM, Sormovo, Lugansk · 1931–19352,694 units
Top speed	65 km/h40 mph	40 mph
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'E h2
Whyte notation	2-10-0
Weight	78 t171,960 lb	171,960 lb