© trainspo.comNEVZ 3ES4K
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Overview of the NEVZ 3ES4K
Discover the formidable 3ES4K electric locomotive, a powerhouse of railway engineering built for heavy freight transport.
Boasting an impressive 8600 kW power output and capable of reaching speeds of 120 km/h, this locomotive is a cornerstone of operations for Russian Railways.
Its robust construction, weighing in at 300 tons and stretching 52.51 meters in length, combined with a 3 kV DC electric system, makes it perfectly suited for the vast Russian railway networks and their 1520 mm gauge.
The Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration provides exceptional stability and traction, ensuring reliable and efficient performance even under the most demanding tasks.
Explore the strength and endurance of the 3ES4K, a true workhorse of the modern railway system.
NEVZ 3ES4K technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | NEVZ | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 8,600 kW11,533 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 52.51 m172 ft 3 in | |
| Weight | 300 t661,386 lb |
Operators of the NEVZ 3ES4K
Railway companies that have operated the 3ES4K, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Railways | RZD 3ES4K | Russia |
NEVZ 3ES4K photos
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