NSB El 11

The El 11 is an electric locomotive of the Norwegian State Railways NSB.

The class was built in two series and is based on drafts of the SLM ( bogie ) and BBC ( electric control ). The Series 11 was built during 1951-1956, the series El 11b was built in 1963-64. Visually, the two series differ by the front wheels, which are two-piece three-piece and 11b at 11a. The series 11b also has the same electrical equipment such as the El 13 and multiple unit control. In addition, 11 in 2083 and 2090 after accidents were the two split windscreens.

Area of ​​application

It was built as a universal locomotive and used on both front passenger and freight trains.

The 11 in 2092, 2098 and 2110 were provided in 1982-83 for use on the Flåmsbana with a revised translation, so at 30 km / h, they could provide the best performance. The engine has also been improved, so that he could withstand the braking current of 1000 A for a long time, in addition magnetic track brakes were installed.

Withdrawals from service

The first El 11 11 2150 was shut down after a collision on December 2, 1970 at the Oslo East Railway Station in the same year. Also as a result of accidents it hit 11 in 2083 and 2090th From 1994, the remaining El 11 were targeted lifetime.

The three locomotives for the Flåm Line, were replaced in 1996 by the El 17.

Are obtained ( 2011):