© trainspo.comPafawag 104E
Built by Pafawag
Overview of the Pafawag 104E
Discover the EP09, a powerful electric locomotive designed for Polish railways.
This versatile Bo'Bo' locomotive boasts a top speed of 160 km/h and a substantial power output of 2920 kW, making it ideal for demanding rail operations.
Built by Pafawag between 1986 and 1997, the EP09 has served with distinction for both PKP Cargo and PKP Intercity.
With a length of 16.74 meters and a weight of 84 tons, this 3 kV DC electric system locomotive is a reliable workhorse on the 1435 mm gauge network.
Pafawag 104E technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | EP09 | |
| Built by | Pafawag · 1986–1997160 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Power output | 2,920 kW3,916 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 16.74 m54 ft 11 in | |
| Width | 2.97 m9 ft 9 in | |
| Height | 4.3 m14 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 84 t185,188 lb |
Operators of the Pafawag 104E
Railway companies that have operated the 104E, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| PKP Cargo | PKP Cargo EP09 | Poland |
| PKP Intercity | PKP IC EP09 | Poland |
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