© trainspo.comSLM Eb 3/5
Built by Maffei, SLM
Overview of the SLM Eb 3/5
Discover the charming Eb 3/5 steam locomotive, a testament to early 20th-century railway engineering.
Built between 1911 and 1916 by Maffei and SLM, this iconic locomotive boasts a 2-6-2 Whyte notation and a 1'C1' n2 UIC axle configuration.
With a top speed of 75 km/h and a power output of 730 kW, the Eb 3/5 is a powerful machine, weighing in at 74 tonnes and measuring 12.74 meters in length.
This remarkable steam engine has a rich history, having served with both SBB Historic and Schweizerische Südostbahn AG (SOB).
Explore the heritage of Swiss railways with the enduring Eb 3/5, a true classic for steam locomotive enthusiasts.
SLM Eb 3/5 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Maffei, SLM · 1911–1916 | |
| Top speed | 75 km/h47 mph | |
| Power output | 730 kW979 hp | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'C1' n2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-6-2 | |
| Length | 12.74 m41 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 74 t163,142 lb |
Operators of the SLM Eb 3/5
Railway companies that have operated the Eb 3/5, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| SBB Historic | SBB Historic Eb 3/5 | Switzerland |
| Schweizerische Südostbahn AG | SOB Eb 3/5 | Switzerland |
SLM Eb 3/5 photos
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