Henschel EL 1

Discover the EL 1 electric locomotive, a powerful and reliable industrial workhorse from Germany.

Built between 1954 and 1965 by renowned manufacturers Krupp, Henschel, and Krauss-Maffei, this robust machine was operated by RWE AG.

With its impressive Bo'Bo' axle configuration and a substantial weight of 136 tons, the EL 1 is synonymous with strength and performance on the rails.

Its 1435 mm gauge and a top speed of 60 km/h made it perfectly suited for demanding industrial and mining applications.

Explore the rich history and engineering of the EL 1, an icon of German railway heritage.