Bavarian D II

For the earlier tank engine with 2 coupled axles, see Bavarian D II (old).

Bavarian D II DRG Class 89.6
Type and origin Build date 1898–1904 Total produced 72
Specifications Configuration: ​  • Whyte 0-6-0  • German Gt 33.15 Gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) Driver dia. 1,216 mm Length: ​  • Over buffers 9,408 mm Axle load 15.1 t Adhesive weight 44.8 t Service weight 44.8 t Firebox: ​  • Grate area 1.61 m2 Boiler pressure 12 bar Heating surface 89.60 m2 Cylinders 2 Cylinder size 420 mm Piston stroke 610 mm
Performance figures Maximum speed 45 km/h Indicated power 315 kW
Career Numbers 2400 - 2472 DRG 89 601–670 Retired 1960

The Class D II engines of the Royal Bavarian State Railways (Königlich Bayerische Staatsbahn) were goods train tank locomotives. Of the 72 engines that were built, 70 entered the Deutsche Reichsbahn as Class 89.6. The majority were still working even after the Second World War. The last one was not taken out of service until 1960.

See also

• Royal Bavarian State Railways
• List of Bavarian locomotives and railbuses