O&K Brigadelokomotive

Built by BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Henschel, Hohenzollern, Humboldt, Jung, Krauss, Linke-Hoffmann, Maffei, O&K, SACM, Vulcan

Track gauge

600 mm

Narrow gauge

Years built

1905–1919

2,573 units

Axle arrangement

D' n2

Overview of the O&K Brigadelokomotive

Discover the historic Brigadelokomotive, a robust 0-8-0 steam locomotive with a rich heritage.

Originally built between 1905 and 1919 by prominent German manufacturers like BMAG, Borsig, and Henschel, this locomotive is a testament to early 20th-century engineering.

With a narrow gauge of 600 mm, it was designed for industrial and specialized railway operations.

The Brigadelokomotive boasts impressive dimensions, measuring 1.78 m in width and 2.85 m in height, with an axle load of only 3 tons, making it suitable for lighter track infrastructure.

This particular example, classified as Ö.Sl.J. Brigadelok, can be found operating today on the Östra Södermanlands Järnväg in Sweden, preserving a piece of railway history for enthusiasts and the public.

Experience the power and charm of steam with this remarkable Brigadelokomotive.

O&K Brigadelokomotive technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Henschel, Hohenzollern, Humboldt, Jung, Krauss, Linke-Hoffmann, Maffei, O&K, SACM, Vulcan · 1905–19192,573 units
Track gauge	600 mmNarrow gauge1 ft 11⅝ in	1 ft 11⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement	D' n2
Whyte notation	0-8-0
Width	1.78 m5 ft 10 in	5 ft 10 in
Height	2.85 m9 ft 4 in	9 ft 4 in
Axle load	3 t6,614 lb	6,614 lb