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Electric locomotive

NEVZ VL80K

Built by NEVZ

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Power output
6,400 kW
8,583 hp
Length
32.48 m
106 ft 7 in
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1963–1971
695 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'

Overview of the NEVZ VL80K

Discover the powerful VL80K electric locomotive, an iconic workhorse of the railways in Russia and Ukraine.

This imposing locomotive, known by the model name VL80K, was built by NEVZ between 1963 and 1971 and is a significant part of the fleet for Russian Railways (RZD) and Ukrainian Railways (UZ).

With an impressive top speed of 110 km/h and a power output of 6400 kW, the VL80K is designed for heavy loads on the 1520 mm gauge railway.

Its distinctive Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration and a compact length of 32.48 meters make this locomotive exceptionally versatile.

Experience the reliability and impressive performance of the VL80K, a true legend in the world of electric traction.

NEVZ VL80K technical specifications

Value
SeriesVL80
Built byNEVZ · 1963–1971695 units
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Power output6,400 kW8,583 hp
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'
Length32.48 m106 ft 7 in

Operators of the NEVZ VL80K

Railway companies that have operated the VL80K, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Russian RailwaysRZD VL80KRussia
Ukrainian RailwaysUZ VL80KUkraine

NEVZ VL80K photos

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