The steam locomotive of the German class 58

Die Dampflok der Baureihe 58 - The German steam locomotive class 58 – A true workhorse of the railways. Originally introduced during the First World War as the Prussian G 12, this powerful 2-10-0 freight locomotive became one of the most important engines of the Deutsche Reichsbahn. With over fifteen hundred built, the Baureihe 58 was designed to conquer steep gradients and haul heavy trains across Germany’s mountainous regions. Known for their strength and reliability, these locomotives remained in service for decades, with some still running into the 1970s. Today, a handful of preserved examples keep the memory of the Baureihe 58 alive, reminding us of the great age of German steam.