NEVZ VL8

Built by NEVZ, TEVZ

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

3,760 kW

5,042 hp

Weight

184 t

405,650 lb

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1953–1967

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'

Overview of the NEVZ VL8

Discover the powerful VL8 electric locomotive, a true workhorse of the rails.

Engineered for heavy hauling and long distances, the VL8 embodies reliability and strength in railway operations. This robust locomotive has proudly served railways across Azerbaijan, Russia, and Ukraine.

Featuring a distinctive Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration, the VL8 ensures exceptional stability, effortlessly reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h. Its substantial 184-tonne weight and 5.1-meter height signify its imposing presence and enduring build.

Equipped with 3 kV DC electric systems and delivering a formidable 3760 kW of power, the VL8 is an efficient solution for both freight and passenger transport. Built between 1953 and 1967, this classic electric locomotive represents a significant chapter in rail history, leaving an indelible mark on the railway landscape.

NEVZ VL8 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	VL8
Built by	NEVZ, TEVZ · 1953–1967
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	3,760 kW5,042 hp	5,042 hp
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'
Width	3.1 m10 ft 2 in	10 ft 2 in
Height	5.1 m16 ft 9 in	16 ft 9 in
Weight	184 t405,650 lb	405,650 lb

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Operators of the NEVZ VL8

Railway companies that have operated the VL8, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
South Caucasus Railways (Armenian Railways)	SCR VL8	Armenia
Azerbaijan Railways	ADDY VL8	Azerbaijan
Russian Railways	RZD VL8	Russia
Ukrainian Railways	UZ VL8	Ukraine