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Steam locomotive

Resita CFR 131

Built by Resita

Top speed
65 km/h
40 mph
Length
11.87 m
38 ft 11 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
1'C1' h2

Overview of the Resita CFR 131

Explore the CFR 131, a historic Romanian steam locomotive.

Built by Resita, this classic engine features a distinctive 2-6-2 wheel arrangement, ensuring excellent maneuverability on 1435 mm gauge tracks.

With a top speed of 65 km/h and a length of 11.87 meters, the CFR 131 served as a reliable workhorse for the Romanian Railways (CFR). Its UIC classification of 1'C1' h2 highlights its advanced engineering for its time.

This locomotive is a testament to bygone railway craftsmanship, offering a captivating glimpse into Romania's transportation heritage. The CFR 131 stands as a symbol of power and design, continuing to fascinate train enthusiasts.

Resita CFR 131 technical specifications

Value
Built byResita
Top speed65 km/h40 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement1'C1' h2
Whyte notation2-6-2
Length11.87 m38 ft 11 in

Operators of the Resita CFR 131

Railway companies that have operated the CFR 131, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Romanian RailwaysCFR 131Romania

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