NOHAB SJ S1

Built by NOHAB

Top speed

80 km/h

50 mph

Weight

55 t

121,254 lb

Length

14 m

45 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1952–1953

20 units

Axle arrangement

1'C2' h2

Overview of the NOHAB SJ S1

Discover the classic SJ S1 steam locomotive, a true icon of Sweden Railways.

Built by NOHAB between 1952 and 1953, this impressive 2-6-4 Whyte notation locomotive was a workhorse for the Swedish railway system.

With a top speed of 80 km/h and a substantial weight of 55 tons, the SJ S1 boasts a length of 14 meters and a height of 4.26 meters, riding on a 1435 mm gauge.

Experience the engineering and history of this notable steam engine.

NOHAB SJ S1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	NOHAB · 1952–195320 units
Top speed	80 km/h50 mph	50 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'C2' h2
Whyte notation	2-6-4
Length	14 m45 ft 11 in	45 ft 11 in
Height	4.26 m14 ft 0 in	14 ft 0 in
Weight	55 t121,254 lb	121,254 lb