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MÁV Class V63

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MÁV Class V63
MÁV Class V63
Type and origin
Power typeElectric locomotive
BuilderGanz
Build date1974–1988
Total produced56
Specifications
Configuration:
 • UICCo'Co'
Gauge1,435 mm (4 ft 8+12 in)
Length19 540 mm
Electric system/s25kV 50 Hz AC
Traction motors6 (DC)
Train brakesKnorr brake (Disc brake), Rheostatic braking
Safety systemsEVM, ETCS
Performance figures
Power output3600 kW
Tractive effort450 kN

The MÁV CLASS V63 series are made by Ganz for MÁV to haul heavy freight and passenger trains with high tractive effort. This is the strongest locomotive what have been made in Hungary.