ME DB 23

Built by Henschel, Jung, Krupp, ME

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Weight

82 t

180,779 lb

Length

21.32 m

69 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1950–1959

105 units

Axle arrangement

1'C1' h2

Overview of the ME DB 23

Discover the powerful DB 23 locomotive, a classic steam engine renowned for its robust design and impressive performance.

Built between 1950 and 1959 by esteemed manufacturers like Henschel and Jung, this 2-6-2 Whyte notation locomotive boasts a top speed of 110 km/h.

With a length of 21.32 meters and a weight of 82 tons, the DB 23 has served with distinction for Deutsche Bahn AG and continues to operate with heritage organizations like Stoom Stichting Nederland and Veluwsche Stoomtrein Maatschappij.

Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and UIC classification of 1'C1' h2 highlight its engineering excellence, making it a significant piece of railway history.

ME DB 23 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Henschel, Jung, Krupp, ME · 1950–1959105 units
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'C1' h2
Whyte notation	2-6-2
Length	21.32 m69 ft 11 in	69 ft 11 in
Width	3.05 m10 ft 0 in	10 ft 0 in
Height	4.55 m14 ft 11 in	14 ft 11 in
Weight	82 t180,779 lb	180,779 lb