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@various China Railways C2 – photo 1© trainspo.com
Steam locomotive

@various China Railways C2

Built by @various

Top speed
32 km/h
20 mph
Track gauge
762 mm
Narrow gauge
Years built
1952–1988
912 units
Axle arrangement
D' h2

Overview of the @various China Railways C2

Discover the China Railways C2, a classic steam locomotive that played a vital role in Chinese rail transport. Built between 1952 and 1988, these powerful machines were instrumental in hauling goods and passengers across China for decades.

With a top speed of 32 km/h and a robust 0-8-0 Whyte notation, the C2 series exemplifies efficient and durable railway engineering. Its 762 mm narrow gauge made it perfectly suited for local and industrial railway networks, ensuring reliable operation even on challenging terrain.

The China Railways C2 continues to inspire admiration, symbolizing a significant era of Chinese railway progress and enduring mechanical prowess.

@various China Railways C2 technical specifications

Value
Built by@various · 1952–1988912 units
Top speed32 km/h20 mph
Track gauge762 mmNarrow gauge2 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementD' h2
Whyte notation0-8-0

Operators of the @various China Railways C2

Railway companies that have operated the China Railways C2, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Private owners group@private-cn C2China

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