Electroputere LE 5100 / 060-EA1

Built by Electroputere

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Power output

5,100 kW

6,839 hp

Weight

120 t

264,554 lb

Length

19.8 m

65 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1966

Overview of the Electroputere LE 5100 / 060-EA1

Discover the powerful LE 5100 / 060-EA1 electric locomotive, a cornerstone of Romanian railway operations.

This robust locomotive, built by Electroputere in 1966, boasts an impressive 5100 kW power output and a top speed of 160 km/h.

Its Co'Co' wheel arrangement and 1435 mm gauge make it suitable for a wide range of duties, both passenger and freight, for CFR Călători and CFR Marfă.

With a length of 19.8 meters and a weight of 120 tons, the LE 5100 is designed for demanding traction needs.

Operates on 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, this locomotive has been a reliable workhorse for decades.

Explore the history and specifications of this iconic Romanian electric locomotive.

Electroputere LE 5100 / 060-EA1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	EA-type
Built by	Electroputere · 1966
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Power output	5,100 kW6,839 hp	6,839 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	19.8 m65 ft 0 in	65 ft 0 in
Width	3 m9 ft 10 in	9 ft 10 in
Height	4.5 m14 ft 9 in	14 ft 9 in
Weight	120 t264,554 lb	264,554 lb
Axle load	20 t44,092 lb	44,092 lb