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Electric locomotive

Siemens EG 3100

Built by Siemens

Top speed
140 km/h
87 mph
Power output
6,500 kW
8,717 hp
Weight
132 t
291,010 lb
Length
20.95 m
68 ft 9 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1999–2000
13 units

Overview of the Siemens EG 3100

Discover the powerful EG 3100, a versatile electric locomotive designed for demanding railway operations.

This impressive machine belongs to the EuroSprinter family, specifically the ES64F series, built by Siemens between 1999 and 2000.

With a top speed of 140 km/h and a substantial weight of 132 tons, the EG 3100 is engineered for efficiency and performance.

Its robust Co'Co' axle configuration and powerful 6500 kW output enable a formidable tractive effort of 400 kN, making it ideal for heavy hauling tasks.

Operating on both 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz and 25 kV AC 50 Hz systems, this locomotive offers flexibility across different electrical infrastructures.

The EG 3100 has served with distinction for both Danish State Railways (DSB EG) and DB Cargo Scandinavia, demonstrating its reliability and widespread applicability in rail freight and passenger services.

Explore the capabilities of this significant electric locomotive, a testament to modern engineering in the rail industry.

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Siemens EG 3100 technical specifications

Value
SeriesES64F
FamilyEuroSprinter
Built bySiemens · 1999–200013 units
Top speed140 km/h87 mph
Power output6,500 kW8,717 hp
Tractive effort400 kN89,924 lbf
Electric systems
  • 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementCo'Co'
Length20.95 m68 ft 9 in
Weight132 t291,010 lb

Operators of the Siemens EG 3100

Railway companies that have operated the EG 3100, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Danish State RailwaysDSB EGDenmark
DB Cargo ScandinaviaDBCSC EGDenmark

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