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Electric locomotive

LEW EU04

Built by LEW

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Power output
1,680 kW
2,253 hp
Weight
86 t
189,597 lb
Length
16.32 m
53 ft 7 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1954–1955

Overview of the LEW EU04

Discover the EU04 electric locomotive, a classic piece of Polish railway history.

Built by LEW between 1954 and 1955, this robust locomotive served the Polish State Railways (PKP).

It features a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and could reach a top speed of 110 km/h.

With a length of 16.32 meters and weighing 86 tons, the EU04 was designed for both freight and passenger services.

Powered by a 3 kV DC electric system, it delivered an impressive 1680 kW of power.

Its 1435 mm standard gauge ensured compatibility with widespread rail networks.

The EU04 is a significant symbol of Poland's railway heritage and a sought-after subject for rail enthusiasts.

LEW EU04 technical specifications

Value
Built byLEW · 1954–1955
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Power output1,680 kW2,253 hp
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length16.32 m53 ft 7 in
Weight86 t189,597 lb

Operators of the LEW EU04

Railway companies that have operated the EU04, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Polish State RailwaysPKP EU04Poland

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