© trainspo.comUULVRZ VL80SK
Built by NEVZ
Overview of the UULVRZ VL80SK
Discover the powerful VL80SK electric locomotive, a robust machine built for demanding railway operations.
This impressive locomotive, boasting a Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle configuration, measures 32.48 meters in length and weighs a substantial 192 tons, showcasing its considerable strength and capacity.
With a top speed of 110 km/h and a formidable power output of 6400 kW, the VL80SK is perfectly suited for hauling heavy freight trains across the 1520 mm gauge network.
Manufactured by NEVZ between 1979 and 1994, and later refurbished by Baiterek-A and UULVRZ from 2005, this locomotive series is known for its reliability and enduring performance.
The VL80SK is a key asset for major railway operators including Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) and Russian Railways (RZD), underscoring its vital role in rail transport across these regions.
UULVRZ VL80SK technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | VL80 | |
| Built by | NEVZ · 1979–1994 | |
| Refurbished | Baiterek-A, UULVRZ 2005 | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Power output | 6,400 kW8,583 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 32.48 m106 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 192 t423,287 lb |
Operators of the UULVRZ VL80SK
Railway companies that have operated the VL80SK, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Kazakhstan Temir Zholy | KTZ VL80SK | Kazakhstan |
| Russian Railways | RZD VL80SK | Russia |
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