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Electric locomotive

KTZ VL19

Built by Dinamo, KTZ

Top speed
85 km/h
53 mph
Track gauge
1,524 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1932–1938
145 units

Overview of the KTZ VL19

Discover the VL19, an iconic electric locomotive renowned for its robustness and vital role in Russian railway development.

Engineered to haul heavy freight, this machine embodies power and reliability, serving as a cornerstone for Russian Railways.

Built between 1932 and 1938 by Dinamo and KTZ, the VL19 showcases the advanced engineering of its era.

With a top speed of 85 km/h and operating on 1.5 kV DC and 3 kV DC electric systems, its adaptability made it indispensable.

Its 1524 mm gauge is a distinctive feature, highlighting its design for the vast Russian landscapes.

The VL19 continues to be a symbol of rail transport, representing an era of technological progress in the country.

KTZ VL19 technical specifications

Value
Built byDinamo, KTZ · 1932–1938145 units
Top speed85 km/h53 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,524 mmRussian broad gauge5 ft 0 in

Operators of the KTZ VL19

Railway companies that have operated the VL19, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Russian RailwaysRZD VL19Russia

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