Vectron X AC/DC/MS – the locomotive that’s forging new paths

A powerful electric locomotive for AC, DC, or flexible multisystem operation: The consistent structure and interface concept of Vectron X features a one-of-a-kind modularity when it comes to equipment – and offers operators a one-of-a-kind flexibility when it comes to operations.

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A powerful electric locomotive for AC, DC, or flexible multisystem operation: The consistent structure and interface concept of Vectron X features a one-of-a-kind modularity when it comes to equipment – and offers operators a one-of-a-kind flexibility when it comes to operations.

As flexible as your business

As the first market-oriented locomotive concept in Europe, Vectron X provides operators with the flexibility they need to futureproof their business. The basis for this is a high degree of technical scalability, which makes it possible to bundle together a perfect combination of Vectron X equipment packages for every traction task.

The Vectron X structure

Increase your competitive edge. At the time of purchase, you can equip Vectron X with just the components you need for today – and keep your options open for tomorrow.

Thanks to a standard vehicle body and consistent interfaces, every component in the Vectron X electric locomotive has its own defined installation location. If market requirements change after several years of operation, Vectron X can easily be adapted. For example, an upgrade for passenger or freight transportation on demanding routes is possible at short notice. This is made even simpler by the fact that there’s no need for a time-consuming and expensive bogie upgrade.

This fungibility or adaptability over the entire lifecycle pays off in several ways. It determines your locomotive’s suitability for secondary use and reuse – which will, in turn, be rewarded by favorable conditions from financing partners.

Standardized interface concept with a large number of identical parts

The basic of Vectron X locomotives lays a firm technical foundation. A uniform, standardized interface concept permits the use of identical parts on all levels – especially when it makes the most sense for customers from a technical and economic point of view. The basic electric locomotives differ mainly in terms of their traction equipment and, therefore, their range of use.

All main components have fixed installation locations throughout the entire Vectron X family. For example, AC and DC components are kept strictly separate. This means that all available country and traction packages can be easily retrofitted or converted. Control cables are conveniently accessible in cable ducts under the floor plates in the central aisle – and additional cables are generally not required. 

One locomotive – many possibilities

Vectron X is a future-oriented product based on a design that’s fully optimized for operation. The concept incorporates what’s tried and tested – and adds groundbreaking strategies and innovations.

Pure traction in three variants

The right vehicle for every application: Vectron X electric locomotives operate using the four basic voltages in continental Europe: 25 kV AC, 15 kV AC, 3 kV DC, and 1.5 kV DC.

More freight on rails

With XLoad Vectron X can pull more loads, making transportation of goods even more efficient and reliable. All for one goal - more freight on rails! 

Our fastest Vectron X is here

Our 230 km/h Vectron X makes cross-border traffic even easier for Europe. At the same time it offers operators a flexible solution for Push - Pull passenger operation across Europe.

More information

Want to learn more about Vectron X? Here you’ll find more information as well as service offerings for the entire locomotive platform.