UULVRZ VL80TK

Built by NEVZ

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Power output

6,520 kW

8,743 hp

Length

32.84 m

107 ft 9 in

Track gauge

1,520 mm

Russian broad gauge

Years built

1967–1980

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'

Overview of the UULVRZ VL80TK

The VL80TK electric locomotive is a powerful asset of Russian Railways.

Manufactured by NEVZ from 1967 to 1980, this series is known for its durability and dependability.

With a top speed of 110 km/h and an impressive power output of 6520 kW, it is perfectly suited for freight operations on Russia's 1520 mm gauge railway network.

Its Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo' axle arrangement ensures excellent power transmission.

The VL80TK measures 32.84 meters in length and 3.16 meters in width, operating on 25 kV AC 50 Hz, making it a significant part of the Russian rail fleet.

UULVRZ VL80TK technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	VL80
Built by	NEVZ · 1967–1980
Refurbished	UULVRZ
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 mph
Power output	6,520 kW8,743 hp	8,743 hp
Electric systems	25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,520 mmRussian broad gauge4 ft 11⅞ in	4 ft 11⅞ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'+Bo'Bo'
Length	32.84 m107 ft 9 in	107 ft 9 in
Width	3.16 m10 ft 4 in	10 ft 4 in
Height	5.23 m17 ft 2 in	17 ft 2 in