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Electric locomotive

English Electric 86/6

Built by Doncaster Works, English Electric

Top speed
180 km/h
112 mph
Power output
2,680 kW
3,594 hp
Weight
84 t
185,188 lb
Length
17.83 m
58 ft 6 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the English Electric 86/6

Discover the powerful BR 86/6 electric locomotive, a workhorse of British railways.

This impressive machine, identified by its slug 866 and model 86/6, boasts a robust build from Doncaster Works by English Electric.

With a top speed of 180 km/h and a significant power output of 2680 kW, it's designed for efficiency and performance on the tracks.

The locomotive operates on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks and features a Bo'Bo' axle configuration, ensuring stability and traction.

Historically operated by British Railways Board and later by Freightliner Ltd., this electric locomotive has a notable service history in the United Kingdom.

Its substantial weight of 84 tonnes and tractive effort of 258 kN make it suitable for both passenger and freight operations.

Experience the engineering prowess of the BR 86/6, a testament to reliable and effective electric traction.

English Electric 86/6 technical specifications

Value
SeriesEE86
Built byDoncaster Works, English Electric
Top speed180 km/h112 mph
Power output2,680 kW3,594 hp
Tractive effort258 kN58,001 lbf
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length17.83 m58 ft 6 in
Weight84 t185,188 lb

Operators of the English Electric 86/6

Railway companies that have operated the 86/6, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
British Railways BoardBR 86/6United Kingdom
Freightliner Ltd.FL 86/6United Kingdom

English Electric 86/6 photos

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