Union DR 80

Built by Hohenzollern, Jung, Union, Wolf

Top speed

45 km/h

28 mph

Length

9.67 m

31 ft 9 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1927–1929

39 units

Axle arrangement

C' h2

Overview of the Union DR 80

Discover the DR 80, a classic German steam locomotive renowned for its robust design and operational versatility.

This 0-6-0 steam loc, built between 1927 and 1929 by esteemed manufacturers like Hohenzollern and Jung, exemplifies German engineering excellence.

With a top speed of 45 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, it was a workhorse of its era.

Its notable careers include service at the Dresden Transport Museum and the Veluwsche Stoomtrein Maatschappij in the Netherlands, showcasing its enduring appeal.

Experience the charm and history of the DR 80, a significant piece of railway heritage.

Union DR 80 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Hohenzollern, Jung, Union, Wolf · 1927–192939 units
Top speed	45 km/h28 mph	28 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	C' h2
Whyte notation	0-6-0
Length	9.67 m31 ft 9 in	31 ft 9 in
Height	4.17 m13 ft 8 in	13 ft 8 in