Siemens Mobility completed the delivery of the fleet of Vectron electric locomotives ordered by the Finnish railway company VR in early 2014.
At the time of signing, the order represented the largest single contract for the Vectron platform and marked its first deployment on Finland’s broad-gauge network. It was also the largest investment in rolling stock in the history of the VR Group at that time. All 80 Vectron electric locomotives were delivered within the contract deadline.
“The completion of this order highlights the versatility of the Vectron platform and our expertise in managing complex locomotive projects, from design adaptation to final delivery,” said Steffen Bobsien, Vice President of the Locomotives and Rolling Stock Division at Siemens Mobility.
Vectron locomotives, adapted to the Scandinavian climate
The Vectron locomotive fleet for VR was adapted to ensure reliable performance in harsh climatic conditions, including temperatures as low as –40°C, and to meet the operational and regulatory requirements of rail transport in Northern Europe. The vehicles were manufactured at the Siemens Mobility plant in Munich, Germany, and the bogies were produced in Graz, Austria.
Delivered in phases throughout the project, the locomotives have been fully integrated into VR’s fleet for passenger and freight transport. To date, they have covered approximately 72 million kilometers in service.
“Operational reliability is a key factor for our rail transport customers, which is why we invest in rolling stock in a long-term and systematic manner. Developed for the demanding conditions in Finland, the Sr3 electric locomotives serve both passenger transport and heavy freight traffic, and this investment strengthens the operational reliability of rail transport, supporting Finnish industry and passenger transport services, now and in the future,” said Joonas Roivainen, Vice President of Fleet Management at VR.
As a modular and flexible platform, Vectron locomotives are designed to operate in a wide range of climatic conditions—from extreme cold in polar regions to high temperatures in desert areas. To date, Siemens Mobility has sold over 2,900 locomotives from the Vectron family to more than 110 customers, and the fleet has covered approximately 1.35 billion kilometers in service. Locomotives based on the Vectron platform are authorized for operation in 20 European countries.
With the completion of this contract, Siemens Mobility is consolidating its expertise in delivering standardized yet highly adaptable locomotive platforms designed for various track gauges, operating environments, and regulatory frameworks worldwide.
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