© trainspo.comNEBB NSB El 11
Built by NEBB, Thune
Overview of the NEBB NSB El 11
Discover the NSB El 11, an iconic electric locomotive from the Norwegian State Railways (NSB).
Built by NEBB and Thune between 1951 and 1964, this robust machine was a cornerstone of Norwegian freight and passenger transport.
Featuring a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and an output of 1676 kW, the NSB El 11 was capable of reaching a top speed of 105 km/h.
Weighing 62 tons, it operated on a 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electrical system, perfectly suited for the Norwegian railway infrastructure.
With a length of 14.45 meters and a gauge of 1435 mm, this versatile and reliable locomotive proved effective on a variety of routes.
A true piece of Norwegian railway history.
NEBB NSB El 11 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | NEBB, Thune · 1951–196441 units | |
| Top speed | 105 km/h65 mph | |
| Power output | 1,676 kW2,248 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 14.45 m47 ft 5 in | |
| Weight | 62 t136,686 lb |
Operators of the NEBB NSB El 11
Railway companies that have operated the NSB El 11, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Norwegian State Railways | NSB El 11 | Norway |
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