Metropolitan Vickers EF/1

Built by Metropolitan Vickers, SLM

Power output

1,939 kW

2,600 hp

Weight

123 t

271,168 lb

Length

20.14 m

66 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Years built

1928

Axle arrangement

0-6-6-0

Overview of the Metropolitan Vickers EF/1

Discover the historic EF/1 electric locomotive, a powerful 0-6-6-0 articulated engine that served Indian Railways.

Built by Metropolitan Vickers and SLM in 1928, this robust locomotive is designed for the broad gauge of 1676 mm.

It boasts an impressive length of 20.14 meters and a substantial weight of 123 tons, showcasing its formidable presence.

Operating on a 1.5 kV DC electric system, the EF/1 delivered a significant power output of 1939 kW, making it a vital part of India's railway heritage.

Learn more about the IR WCG-1 class and its contributions to rail transportation.

Metropolitan Vickers EF/1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Metropolitan Vickers, SLM · 1928
Power output	1,939 kW2,600 hp	2,600 hp
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in	5 ft 6 in
Whyte notation	0-6-6-0
Length	20.14 m66 ft 1 in	66 ft 1 in
Weight	123 t271,168 lb	271,168 lb