© trainspo.comLEW EL21
Built by LEW
Overview of the LEW EL21
Discover the EL21 electric locomotive, a robust and powerful engine built for the unique demands of broad gauge railways.
Manufactured by LEW between 1981 and 1986, with an impressive production run of 265 units, this locomotive is characterized by its distinctive Bo'Bo'Bo' axle configuration.
Boasting a top speed of 65 km/h and a formidable power output of 1740 kW, the EL21 serves as a reliable workhorse for a variety of railway operations.
Operating on the 1520 mm gauge, these locomotives are currently in service with private owner groups across Kazakhstan, Russia, and Ukraine.
With a substantial weight of 160 tons and powered by 1.5 kV DC electric systems, the EL21 is well-suited for demanding tasks, particularly in freight transportation.
LEW EL21 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | LEW · 1981–1986265 units | |
| Top speed | 65 km/h40 mph | |
| Power output | 1,740 kW2,333 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'Bo' | |
| Weight | 160 t352,739 lb |
Operators of the LEW EL21
Railway companies that have operated the EL21, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Private owners group | @private-kz EL21 | Kazakhstan |
| Private owners group | @private-ru EL21 | Russia |
| Private owners group | @private-ua EL21 | Ukraine |
LEW EL21 photos
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