CFU 14 normal gauge steam loco was built in 1954 at Resita Locomotive factory. It is part of a
145 locos batch built between 1945-1958 and designed to carry out shunting tasks in siderurgical
factories. This type of loco was also exported in China (20 locos) and East Germany (1 piece).
Some technical data: Lenght: 9,4 metres; Empty weight 44,5 tons; Service weight: 60 tons; Boiler pressure:
14 kgf/square cm; Tractive power: 11400 kgf.
The loco can reach a top speed of 40 km/h and is able to take curves with a minimal radius of 50 metres.

Digital photo by: Andrei Frangopol (andreif@inxet.ro)
Upload and text by: Andrei Berinde (romrail@mymail.ro)