In 1928, ten examples were delivered by the firm of Hanomag that matched the Class 80 locomotives in many details.

The axles were all fixed rigidly to the frame, but the middle one had thinner wheel flanges.

After their collection, the ten engines were allocated to the locomotive depots (Bahnbetriebswerken or Bw) of Goslar (81 001–005) and Oldenburg (81 006–010).

Number 81 005 was still working as an industrial loco in AW Nied after its retirement from the DB.

After passing through several owners and locations, it has found a home with the Hessencourrier society, who intend to have it refurbished.