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LEW EL20 – photo 1© trainspo.com
Hybrid locomotive

LEW EL20

Built by LEW

Top speed
50 km/h
31 mph
Length
19.9 m
65 ft 3 in
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1983–1985
72 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the LEW EL20

Discover the EL20 hybrid locomotive, a robust machine built by LEW between 1983 and 1985.

With a top speed of 50 km/h and a 1520 mm gauge, this locomotive is designed for specific applications. Its Bo'Bo' UIC axle configuration ensures excellent maneuverability.

Measuring 19.9 meters in length, the EL20 was produced in 72 units and is currently operated by private owner groups in Russia, classified as @private-ru EL20.

This hybrid locomotive offers an interesting solution for freight and industrial transport, combining efficiency and reliability.

LEW EL20 technical specifications

Value
Built byLEW · 1983–198572 units
Top speed50 km/h31 mph
Track gauge1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length19.9 m65 ft 3 in

Operators of the LEW EL20

Railway companies that have operated the EL20, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Private owners group@private-ru EL20Russia

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