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Electric locomotive

ChERZ VL10K

Built by NEVZ, TEVZ

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Power output
4,600 kW
6,169 hp
Weight
184 t
405,650 lb
Length
30.44 m
99 ft 10 in
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1961–1977

Overview of the ChERZ VL10K

Discover the powerful VL10K electric locomotive, a robust workhorse of Russian Railways.

This iconic electric locomotive, designated as RZD VL10K, is built for demanding operations.

With a formidable 4600 kW power output and a top speed of 100 km/h, the VL10K is designed for heavy-duty hauling.

Its impressive length of 30.44 meters and a weight of 184 tons highlight its substantial presence on the tracks.

The VL10K operates on a 1520 mm gauge, a common standard in Russia, and utilizes a 3 kV DC electric system.

First built by NEVZ and TEVZ between 1961 and 1977, many have been refurbished, with some undergoing modernization in 2004.

Explore the engineering marvels of the VL10K, a true testament to reliable electric traction.

ChERZ VL10K technical specifications

Value
SeriesVL10
Built byNEVZ, TEVZ · 1961–1977
RefurbishedChERZ 2004
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Power output4,600 kW6,169 hp
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'
Length30.44 m99 ft 10 in
Width3.16 m10 ft 4 in
Height5.12 m16 ft 10 in
Weight184 t405,650 lb
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Operators of the ChERZ VL10K

Railway companies that have operated the VL10K, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Russian RailwaysRZD VL10KRussia

ChERZ VL10K photos

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