© trainspo.comSinara 3ES8
Built by Sinara
Overview of the Sinara 3ES8
Discover the powerful RZD 3ES8 electric locomotive, a formidable machine designed for the vast Russian rail network.
This multi-unit marvel, with its distinctive Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' configuration, boasts a top speed of 120 km/h, making it ideal for heavy freight and passenger services across Russia.
Built by Sinara, the 3ES8 operates on a 1520 mm gauge and utilizes a robust 3 kV DC electric system, ensuring reliable and efficient performance.
Experience the engineering excellence of the 3ES8, a key player in modern railway operations in Russia.
Sinara 3ES8 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Sinara | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the Sinara 3ES8
Railway companies that have operated the 3ES8, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Russian Railways | RZD 3ES8 | Russia |
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