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Electric locomotive

NEVZ VL84

Built by NEVZ

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Power output
6,700 kW
8,985 hp
Weight
103 t
227,076 lb
Track gauge
1,520 mm
Russian broad gauge
Years built
1979
2 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'

Overview of the NEVZ VL84

Discover the powerful VL84 electric locomotive, a robust and reliable workhorse of Russian Railways.

Built by NEVZ in 1979, this RZD VL84 model exemplifies durable Soviet engineering, designed for demanding freight operations.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and an impressive 6700 kW power output, the VL84 efficiently handles heavy loads across its 1520 mm gauge network.

Its distinctive Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle arrangement ensures excellent traction and stability, making it a dependable choice for rail transport.

Operating on 25 kV AC 50 Hz electric systems, the VL84 is a testament to efficient and effective railway technology.

NEVZ VL84 technical specifications

Value
Built byNEVZ · 19792 units
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Power output6,700 kW8,985 hp
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'
Weight103 t227,076 lb

Operators of the NEVZ VL84

Railway companies that have operated the VL84, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Russian RailwaysRZD VL84Russia

NEVZ VL84 photos

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