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DRG Class 01
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Various German works, to a standard design

DRG Class 01

Deutsche Reichsbahn 01

Germany · 1926

1926 · Golden-age steam · Steam

DRG Class 01

Einheitslok 01

Operational heritage · 4-6-2 · Whyte 4-6-2

Specification

Specification plate for DRG Class 01
ClassDeutsche Reichsbahn 01
NicknamesEinheitslok 01
BuilderVarious German works, to a standard design
Year introduced1926
Country builtGermany
RegionEurope
OperatorsDeutsche Reichsbahn, Deutsche Bundesbahn, Deutsche Reichsbahn (GDR)
EraGolden-age steam
Motive powerSteam
RoleExpress
Whyte4-6-2
UIC2′C1′ h2
Wheel arrangement4-6-2
Gauge1,435 mm — standard gauge
Quantity built231
PowerStandard two-cylinder Pacific; later coal-dust and oil variants
Tractive effortAbout 150 kN
Top speed130 km/h · 81 mph
WeightAbout 111 tonnes engine
Length23.9 m engine and tender
StatusOperational heritage

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