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Electric locomotive

UCW 19E

Built by UCW

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Power output
3,000 kW
4,023 hp
Weight
104 t
229,280 lb
Length
18.3 m
60 ft 0 in
Track gauge
1,067 mm
Cape gauge
Years built
2007–2011
110 units

Overview of the UCW 19E

Discover the powerful Transnet 19E, an electric locomotive designed for demanding rail operations.

This impressive Bo'Bo' class locomotive, built by UCW between 2007 and 2011, boasts a top speed of 120 km/h.

With a weight of 104 tonnes and a substantial power output of 3000 kW, it's engineered for efficient freight transport.

Operating on a 1067 mm gauge, the 19E is a vital asset for Transnet Freight Rail in South Africa, capable of handling significant tractive effort.

It features versatile electric systems, supporting both 25 kV AC 50 Hz and 3 kV DC, making it a robust and reliable choice.

UCW 19E technical specifications

Value
Built byUCW · 2007–2011110 units
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Power output3,000 kW4,023 hp
Tractive effort392 kN88,125 lbf
Electric systems
  • 25 kV AC 50 Hz
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,067 mmCape gauge3 ft 6 in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length18.3 m60 ft 0 in
Weight104 t229,280 lb
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Operators of the UCW 19E

Railway companies that have operated the 19E, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Transnet Freight RailTransnet 19ESouth Africa

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