© trainspo.comSSW DRG E94
Built by AEG, SSW, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Henschel, Floridsdorf
Overview of the SSW DRG E94
Discover the powerful DRG E94, a notable electric locomotive known for its robust design and impressive performance. This iconic engine played a significant role in German railway history.
Built by renowned manufacturers like AEG, SSW, and Krauss-Maffei between 1940 and 1956, the DRG E94 boasts a substantial build of 118 tons and stretches 18.6 meters in length. Its Co'Co' wheel arrangement ensures excellent traction for heavy hauling.
The DRG E94 has been operated by various entities throughout its operational life, including Deutsche Reichsbahn and German Imperial Railway. Today, it is preserved and maintained by organizations such as the Sächsisches Eisenbahnmuseum Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf e.V. and Ulmer Eisenbahnfreunde, ensuring this piece of railway heritage continues to be appreciated.
SSW DRG E94 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | AEG, SSW, Krauss-Maffei, Krupp, Henschel, Floridsdorf · 1940–1956 | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 18.6 m61 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 118 t260,145 lb |
Operators of the SSW DRG E94
Railway companies that have operated the DRG E94, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Pro-Lok GmbH | Pro-Lok 1020 | Austria |
| Deutsche Reichsbahn | DR 254 | Germany |
| German Imperial Railway | DRG E94 | Germany |
| Gesellschaft zur Erhaltung von Schienenfahrzeugen Stuttgart | GES E94 | Germany |
| Sächsisches Eisenbahnmuseum Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf e.V | SEM 254 | Germany |
| Ulmer Eisenbahnfreunde | UEF E94 | Germany |
SSW DRG E94 photos
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