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Electric locomotive

Pafawag 201E

Built by Pafawag

Top speed
125 km/h
78 mph
Power output
3,000 kW
4,023 hp
Weight
114 t
251,327 lb
Length
19.24 m
63 ft 1 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1971–1979
1,183 units

Overview of the Pafawag 201E

Discover the impressive 201E electric locomotive, a true workhorse of Polish and Moroccan railways.

Built by Pafawag between 1971 and 1979, this powerful machine has proven its reliability on countless lines.

With a top speed of 125 km/h and an impressive power output of 3000 kW, the 201E is designed to tackle the most demanding tasks.

Its Co'Co' axle arrangement and a weight of 114 tons provide excellent adhesion and a remarkable tractive effort of 420 kN.

Operated by major companies like PKP Cargo and the Moroccan National Railways Office, the 201E has made its mark in railway history.

This standard gauge (1435 mm) electric locomotive continues to serve, a testament to its robust design and enduring efficiency.

Pafawag 201E technical specifications

Value
Series201E
Built byPafawag · 1971–19791,183 units
Top speed125 km/h78 mph
Power output3,000 kW4,023 hp
Tractive effort420 kN94,420 lbf
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length19.24 m63 ft 1 in
Width3 m9 ft 10 in
Height4.46 m14 ft 8 in
Weight114 t251,327 lb

Operators of the Pafawag 201E

Railway companies that have operated the 201E, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
National Office for Railways of MoroccoONCF E-1000Morocco
CTL LogisticsCTL ET22Poland
LOTOS Kolej Sp. z o.o.LOTOS 201EoPoland
PKP CargoPKP Cargo ET22Poland
Polish State RailwaysPKP ET22Poland
Private owners group@private-pl 201EPoland
Rail PolskaRP 201EoPoland

Pafawag 201E photos

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