ASEA El 16

Built by ASEA

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

4,440 kW

5,954 hp

Weight

80 t

176,370 lb

Length

15.52 m

50 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1977–1984

17 units

Overview of the ASEA El 16

Discover the El 16 electric locomotive, a powerful piece of railway engineering. Built by ASEA between 1977 and 1984, this robust locomotive boasts an impressive 4440 kW power output and a top speed of 140 km/h, making it ideal for demanding tasks.

Weighing 80 tons and measuring 15.52 meters in length, the El 16 served with distinguished railway operators including Cargonet AS, Norwegian State Railways (NSB), and Svenska Tågkompagniet AB in Sweden. Its classification as Bo'Bo' and operation on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electrical systems, on a 1435 mm gauge track, underscore its efficiency and reliability.

The El 16 is a testament to advanced engineering, combining strength with performance for efficient freight transport.

ASEA El 16 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	ASEA · 1977–198417 units
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	4,440 kW5,954 hp	5,954 hp
Tractive effort	250 kN56,202 lbf	56,202 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	15.52 m50 ft 11 in	50 ft 11 in
Height	4.46 m14 ft 8 in	14 ft 8 in
Weight	80 t176,370 lb	176,370 lb