© trainspo.comNEVZ VL11-8
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Overview of the NEVZ VL11-8
Discover the powerful VL11-8 electric locomotive, a robust workhorse built for heavy-duty railway operations.
This impressive machine features a dual Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration and operates on a 3 kV DC electric system, delivering a formidable 4600 kW of power and 612 kN of tractive effort.
With a top speed of 100 km/h and a 1520 mm gauge, the VL11-8 has been a staple for major railway companies across Russia, Georgia, and Ukraine, including Russian Railways, Georgian Railway, and Ukrainian Railways.
Manufactured by NEVZ starting in 1975, this locomotive embodies reliable and efficient engineering.
Explore detailed images showcasing the enduring design and capabilities of the VL11-8.
NEVZ VL11-8 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | VL11 | |
| Built by | NEVZ · 1975259 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 4,600 kW6,169 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 612 kN137,583 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
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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 VL11-8
Railway companies that have operated the VL11-8, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Georgian Railway | SR VL11.8 | Georgia |
| Russian Railways | RZD VL11-8 | Russia |
| Ukrainian Railways | UZ VL11-8 | Ukraine |
NEVZ VL11-8 photos
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