2EL5

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2EL5
Elektrovoz 2EL5 Vneshnii vid.jpg
Type and origin
Power typeElectric 25 kV, 50 Hz
Build date2005-
Specifications
Gauge 1,520 mm (4 ft 11+2732 in)
Performance figures
Maximum speed110 km/h (68 mph)
Career
Operators Ukrainian Railways
LocaleFlag of Ukraine.svg  Ukraine

The 2EL5 is a Ukrainian AC electric locomotive manufactured by Luhanskteplovoz. Ukrainian Railways leased 70 2EL5 locomotives in 2013, as replacements for Soviet-era VL8 s. [1]

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References

  1. Kava, Alexander (2013-08-07). "UZ chooses leasing company for new locomotives". International Railway Journal. Retrieved 2022-12-13.