Cegielski 203E

Built by Cegielski

Top speed

125 km/h

78 mph

Power output

4,000 kW

5,364 hp

Weight

167 t

368,172 lb

Length

31.86 m

104 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1977–1983

Overview of the Cegielski 203E

Discover the 203E electric locomotive, a powerful symbol of Polish rail engineering.

Built by Cegielski between 1977 and 1983, this robust machine is designed for efficiency and strength.

Boasting a top speed of 125 km/h and a formidable tractive effort of 500 kN, the 203E is adept at handling heavy loads with ease.

Its Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration and 3 kV DC electric systems make it a versatile workhorse on the railways, serving both Polish State Railways (PKP) and PKP Cargo.

Measuring 31.86 meters long and delivering 4000 kW of power, the 203E represents a significant achievement in Polish railway technology.

Cegielski 203E technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Cegielski · 1977–1983
Top speed	125 km/h78 mph	78 mph
Power output	4,000 kW5,364 hp	5,364 hp
Tractive effort	500 kN112,405 lbf	112,405 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'
Length	31.86 m104 ft 6 in	104 ft 6 in
Width	3.04 m10 ft 0 in	10 ft 0 in
Height	4.34 m14 ft 3 in	14 ft 3 in
Weight	167 t368,172 lb	368,172 lb