© trainspo.comResita CFR 142
Built by MALAXA, Resita
Overview of the Resita CFR 142
Discover the classic charm of the CFR 142 locomotive, a testament to early 20th-century engineering. This impressive steam engine, built by MALAXA and Resita between 1937 and 1940, offers a glimpse into Romania's rich railway heritage.
With a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the CFR 142 features a 2-8-4 Whyte notation and a 1'D2' h2 UIC axle arrangement. It's a piece of history that once served with CFR's Railway Tourism Society as the SFT 142, embodying the power and elegance of steam locomotion.
Resita CFR 142 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | MALAXA, Resita · 1937–1940 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'D2' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-8-4 |
Operators of the Resita CFR 142
Railway companies that have operated the CFR 142, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| CFR's Railway Tourism Society | SFT 142 | Romania |
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