LEW EL2 1435mm

Built by LEW

Top speed

65 km/h

40 mph

Power output

1,160 kW

1,556 hp

Weight

100 t

220,462 lb

Length

13.7 m

44 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1952–1988

Overview of the LEW EL2 1435mm

Discover the EL2 1435mm electric locomotive, a robust and reliable piece of railway engineering. Built by LEW between 1952 and 1988, this locomotive features a powerful Bo'Bo' axle configuration and a standard gauge of 1435 mm.

With an impressive length of 13.7 meters and a weight of 100 tons, the EL2 offers a top speed of 65 km/h. Its substantial power output of 1160 kW and a tractive effort of 294 kN make it well-suited for demanding tasks.

The EL2 locomotive has a diverse operational history, serving private owner groups in Bulgaria and Poland, as well as being utilized by Lausitz Energie Kraftwerke AG (LEAG) in Germany. Its enduring presence highlights its versatility and continued value in various railway applications.

LEW EL2 1435mm technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	LEW L2
Built by	LEW · 1952–1988
Top speed	65 km/h40 mph	40 mph
Power output	1,160 kW1,556 hp	1,556 hp
Tractive effort	294 kN66,094 lbf	66,094 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	13.7 m44 ft 11 in	44 ft 11 in
Weight	100 t220,462 lb	220,462 lb