VR 859, Tender locomotive at Kouvola Railway Station, Finland
VR 859 is a restored steam locomotive of the Tk3 class, painted green with a black smokebox and displayed at Kouvola station. It was designed for freight transport and could operate efficiently on lighter secondary rail lines.
This locomotive was built between 1927 and 1953 as part of the Tk3 series and served Finnish freight routes until 1975. It represents an important phase of mechanized freight transport that shaped the country after the first world war.
This locomotive represents a key piece of Finnish railway history that workers relied on for decades. The restoration and display honor the role these engines played in connecting communities across the country.
The locomotive is displayed in the railway station area of Kouvola and can be viewed from outside. Visitors should be aware that access may vary depending on the season or maintenance work.
This engine could run on birch wood, which was abundant in Finland and provided a practical fuel alternative to coal. This made it particularly suited for economical operation in remote regions.
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