© trainspo.comNEVZ VL11
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Overview of the NEVZ VL11
Discover the powerful VL11 electric locomotive, a cornerstone of heavy-duty rail transport.
Engineered with a substantial 4600 kW power output and an impressive 612 kN tractive effort, the VL11 is built to excel in demanding freight and passenger services.
Featuring a robust Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and a 3 kV DC electrical system, this locomotive operates efficiently on the 1520 mm gauge, making it a versatile asset for numerous railway networks.
Constructed by NEVZ in 1975, the VL11 has a distinguished service history with major operators including Russian Railways, Georgian Railway, and Ukrainian Railways, testament to its enduring reliability and adaptability.
Boasting a top speed of 100 km/h, the VL11 consistently delivers dependable and high-performance operations across its extensive operational lifespan.
NEVZ VL11 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | VL11 | |
| Built by | NEVZ · 19751,283 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 4,600 kW6,169 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 612 kN137,583 lbf | |
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| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the NEVZ VL11
Railway companies that have operated the VL11, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Georgian Railway | SR 11 | Georgia |
| Russian Railways | RZD VL11 | Russia |
| Ukrainian Railways | UZ VL11 | Ukraine |
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