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This is the oldest, Dutch build, running steamlocomotive. It was build by the Dutch firm Breda for the state railroad company. After the service for the national railroadcompany (NS) the engine worked as shunter in the industry. The sugar-company donated the engine to the MBS. They restored it to the original state of the SS.
Technical details
| Series | 650-680 |
| Set-up | Bt (0-4-0) |
| Length | 7493 mm |
| Diameter driving wheels | 1100 mm |
| Weight full | 33 ton |
| Grate area | 1 m2 |
| Gear | Walschaerts |
| Cilinders | 2: 370x480 mm |
| Fuel capacity | coal: 1,2 ton |
| Water capacity | 2 m3 |
History
| Date | Event | Owner | Series | Identification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | Build for | Staatsspoorwegen | 650-680 | / 657 |
| 1918 | Take over by | Nederlandse Spoorwegen | 8100 | / 8107 |
| 1951 | Sold to | Verenigde Coöperatieve Suikerfabriek | 8100 | / 3 |
| 1968 | Gift to | Museum Buurt Spoorweg | 650-680 | / 7 |
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