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Overview of the @various DRB 42
Discover the robust DRB 42 steam locomotive, a powerful 2-10-0 engine built between 1943 and 1949.
This impressive locomotive, also known as the BDŽ 16 in Bulgaria, CFL 55 in Luxembourg, and PKP Cargo Ty43 in Poland, boasts a substantial weight of 97 tons and a top speed of 80 km/h.
With its 1435 mm standard gauge and a length of 23 meters, the DRB 42 represents a significant piece of railway engineering history, offering exceptional hauling capabilities.
@various DRB 42 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | DRB 42 | |
| Built by | @various · 1943–1949859 units | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'E h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-10-0 | |
| Length | 23 m75 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 97 t213,848 lb |
Operators of the @various DRB 42
Railway companies that have operated the DRB 42, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Bulgarian State Railways | BDŽ 16 | Bulgaria |
| Luxembourg Railways | CFL 55 | Luxembourg |
| PKP Cargo | PKP Cargo Ty43 | Poland |
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