SLM EF/1

Built by Metropolitan Vickers, SLM

Power output

1,939 kW

2,600 hp

Weight

123 t

271,168 lb

Length

20.14 m

66 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,676 mm

Indian broad gauge

Years built

1928

Axle arrangement

0-6-6-0

Overview of the SLM EF/1

Explore the powerful EF/1 electric locomotive, a significant piece of Indian Railways history.

Built by Metropolitan Vickers and SLM in 1928, this robust electric locomotive, classified as IR WCG-1, features a broad gauge of 1676 mm and a unique 0-6-6-0 Whyte notation.

Measuring 20.14 meters in length and weighing 123 tons, the EF/1 was equipped with 1.5 kV DC electric systems, delivering an impressive power output of 1939 kW.

Discover the engineering marvel that shaped India's railway transport with this iconic locomotive.

SLM EF/1 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Metropolitan Vickers, SLM · 1928
Power output	1,939 kW2,600 hp	2,600 hp
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC
Track gauge	1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in	5 ft 6 in
Whyte notation	0-6-6-0
Length	20.14 m66 ft 1 in	66 ft 1 in
Weight	123 t271,168 lb	271,168 lb