Thune El 8

Built by AEG, NEBB, Thune

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Power output

2,080 kW

2,789 hp

Weight

83 t

182,983 lb

Length

13.8 m

45 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1940–1949

16 units

Overview of the Thune El 8

Explore the El 8, a powerful electric locomotive built between 1940 and 1949 by AEG, NEBB, and Thune.

This robust locomotive operates on a 1435 mm standard gauge, delivering an impressive 2080 kW of power and a tractive effort of 135 kN, with a top speed of 110 km/h.

Weighing 83 tons and measuring 13.8 meters in length, the El 8 is a prime example of Norwegian railway engineering, utilizing 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems.

Classified as 1'Do'1', this locomotive served the Norwegian State Railways (NSB) with distinction, becoming a cornerstone of the nation's rail transport. Its reliability and performance made it an excellent choice for the operational demands of the NSB.

Thune El 8 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	AEG, NEBB, Thune · 1940–194916 units
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 mph
Power output	2,080 kW2,789 hp	2,789 hp
Tractive effort	135 kN30,349 lbf	30,349 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1'Do'1'
Length	13.8 m45 ft 3 in	45 ft 3 in
Weight	83 t182,983 lb	182,983 lb