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Steam locomotive

NOHAB SJ B I

Built by Beyer & Peacock, Motala, NOHAB

Top speed
60 km/h
37 mph
Length
12.71 m
41 ft 8 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1856–1972
Axle arrangement
1'B1' h2

Overview of the NOHAB SJ B I

Discover the SJ B I, an iconic steam locomotive that once served with Sweden Railways.

This fascinating locomotive, built by renowned manufacturers like Beyer & Peacock, Motala, and NOHAB between 1856 and 1972, impresses with its robust construction and historical significance.

With a top speed of 60 km/h and a gauge of 1435 mm, known as standard gauge, the SJ B I was a reliable worker on Swedish tracks.

Its Whyte notation is 2-4-2, describing its characteristic wheel arrangement.

The SJ B I represents a piece of railway history that captivates rail enthusiasts worldwide and is appreciated for its reliability and timeless design.

It is a valuable example of Swedish railway tradition and a testament to the engineering craftsmanship of bygone eras.

NOHAB SJ B I technical specifications

Value
Built byBeyer & Peacock, Motala, NOHAB · 1856–1972
Top speed60 km/h37 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement1'B1' h2
Whyte notation2-4-2
Length12.71 m41 ft 8 in

Operators of the NOHAB SJ B I

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

OperatorClassCountry
Sweden RailwaysSJ B ISweden

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