Schichau-Werke DR 86

Built by BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Floridsdorf, Friedrich Krupp, Henschel, LHW, MBG Karlsruhe, Orenstein & Koppel, Schichau-Werke

Top speed

80 km/h

50 mph

Weight

70 t

154,323 lb

Length

13.82 m

45 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1928–1943

Axle arrangement

1'D1' h2

Overview of the Schichau-Werke DR 86

Discover the iconic DR 86 steam locomotive, a powerful and versatile engine with a rich history in German railways.

Built between 1928 and 1943 by renowned manufacturers like BMAG and Henschel, this 1'D1' h2 classification locomotive boasts a top speed of 80 km/h and a substantial weight of 70 tons.

The DR 86 operated under Deutsche Bahn AG, Deutsche Reichsbahn, and continues to run with the Eisenbahn-Bau- und Betriebsgesellschaft Pressnitztalbahn, showcasing its enduring legacy and appeal to railway enthusiasts.

With a length of 13.82 meters and a height of 4.17 meters, this standard gauge locomotive is a remarkable piece of engineering.

Schichau-Werke DR 86 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BMAG, Borsig, Esslingen, Floridsdorf, Friedrich Krupp, Henschel, LHW, MBG Karlsruhe, Orenstein & Koppel, Schichau-Werke · 1928–1943
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'D1' h2
Length	13.82 m45 ft 4 in	45 ft 4 in
Height	4.17 m13 ft 8 in	13 ft 8 in
Weight	70 t154,323 lb	154,323 lb