Werkspoor NS ELD2

Built by Werkspoor, Allan, Beijnes

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

796 kW

1,067 hp

Weight

89 t

196,211 lb

Length

44.7 m

146 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Bo'2'Bo'

Overview of the Werkspoor NS ELD2

Discover the NS ELD2, an electric multiple unit (EMU) that once traversed the railways of the Netherlands.

This locomotive, classified as Bo'2'Bo', is part of the NS Mat 46 series and boasts a distinctive design.

Built by Werkspoor, Allan, and Beijnes, the NS ELD2 achieves a top speed of 140 km/h and offers seating for 24 passengers in first class and 80 in second class.

Measuring 44.7 meters in length and weighing 89 tons, this EMU has a power output of 796 kW.

Today, the NS ELD2 is a treasured exhibit at the Nederlands Spoorwegmuseum (NSM) in the Netherlands.

Werkspoor NS ELD2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	NS Mat 46
Built by	Werkspoor, Allan, Beijnes
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	796 kW1,067 hp	1,067 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'2'Bo'
Capacity	1st class 24, 2nd class 80 seats
Train length	44.7 m146 ft 8 in	146 ft 8 in
Weight	89 t196,211 lb	196,211 lb