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Steam locomotive

SLM 2-8-2 (BDZh)

Built by SLM

Top speed
90 km/h
56 mph
Weight
102 t
224,871 lb
Length
23.9 m
78 ft 5 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
1'D1' h2

Overview of the SLM 2-8-2 (BDZh)

Explore the impressive 2-8-2 steam locomotive, specifically the variant from the Bulgarian State Railways (BDZh).

This locomotive, classified as 2-8-2 and featuring the Whyte notation 2-8-2, is a powerful piece of railway history.

With a top speed of 90 km/h and weighing 102 tons, the 2-8-2 BDZh showcases its robust design.

Built by SLM, this locomotive operates on a 1435 mm gauge, a standard measurement.

Its length of 23.9 meters emphasizes its imposing presence on the tracks.

Experience the power and elegance of this steam locomotive, which played a significant role in Bulgarian rail transport.

SLM 2-8-2 (BDZh) technical specifications

Value
Built bySLM
Top speed90 km/h56 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement1'D1' h2
Whyte notation2-8-2
Length23.9 m78 ft 5 in
Weight102 t224,871 lb
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Operators of the SLM 2-8-2 (BDZh)

Railway companies that have operated the 2-8-2 (BDZh), with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Bulgarian State RailwaysBDŽ 01Bulgaria

SLM 2-8-2 (BDZh) photos

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