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Steam locomotive

NOHAB Esh

Built by NOHAB

Top speed
65 km/h
40 mph
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1924
498 units
Axle arrangement
1'E h2

Overview of the NOHAB Esh

Explore the KTZ Esh steam locomotive, a robust 0-5-0 model built by NOHAB in 1924.

This iconic locomotive features a 2-10-0 series classification and operates on a 1520 mm gauge, making it suitable for broad gauge railways.

With a top speed of 65 km/h, the KTZ Esh was vital for Kazakhstan's rail operations, proudly serving Kazakhstan Temir Zholy.

Its Whyte notation of 2-10-0 and UIC axle arrangement of 1'E h2 underscore its powerful build and traction capabilities.

This locomotive represents a significant chapter in railway engineering history and its impact on transportation in Kazakhstan.

NOHAB Esh technical specifications

Value
Series0-5-0
Built byNOHAB · 1924498 units
Top speed65 km/h40 mph
Track gauge1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangement1'E h2
Whyte notation2-10-0

Operators of the NOHAB Esh

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

OperatorClassCountry
Kazakhstan Temir ZholyKTZ EshKazakhstan

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