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Electric locomotive

NEVZ VL80S

Built by NEVZ

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Power output
6,400 kW
8,583 hp
Weight
192 t
423,287 lb
Length
32.48 m
106 ft 7 in
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1979–1994
2,746 units

Overview of the NEVZ VL80S

Discover the powerful VL80S electric locomotive, a true workhorse of rail transport.

This impressive locomotive was built by NEVZ between 1979 and 1994 and is characterized by its robust construction and its ability to pull heavy loads over long distances.

With a top speed of 110 km/h and a power output of 6400 kW, the VL80S is ideally equipped for use on broad-gauge lines with a 1520 mm track gauge.

Its Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration underscores its strength and maneuverability on the tracks.

The VL80S was and still is in service with major railway companies in Belarus, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Russia, and Ukraine, demonstrating its reliability and versatility across different rail networks.

Experience the power and efficiency of this remarkable electric locomotive, which continues to play an important role in freight transport today.

The VL80S is a fascinating piece of engineering, especially for railway enthusiasts and model builders.

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This locomotive is a symbol of engineering excellence and performance in the railway industry.

NEVZ VL80S technical specifications

Value
SeriesVL80
Built byNEVZ · 1979–19942,746 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
Weight192 t423,287 lb

Operators of the NEVZ VL80S

Railway companies that have operated the VL80S, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Belarusian RailwayBCh VL80SBelarus
Kazakhstan Temir ZholyKTZ VL80SKazakhstan
Russian RailwaysRZD VL80SRussia
Ukrainian RailwaysUZ VL80SUkraine
Uzbek RailwaysOTY VL80SUzbekistan

NEVZ VL80S photos

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