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SŽ series 363

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Alsthom
IndustryRailway locomotive manufacturing
Founded1928
ProductsElectric locomotives

The SŽ series 363 represents a group of 3 kV DC electric locomotives utilized by Slovenian Railways (, SŽ).

Produced from 1975 to 1977 by the French company Alsthom, these locomotives are equipped with a C′C′ wheel configuration featuring monomotor bogies. Their design includes the characteristic French "Nez Cassé" style, similar to the SNCF Class CC 6500 and NS Class 1600, but modified for compatibility with the Italian 3 kV DC overhead line system. Due to their French-inspired appearance, they have been nicknamed "Brižita" (), in reference to actress Brigitte Bardot. While the majority of the fleet sports the traditional red and white SŽ color scheme, unit 363-005 preserves its initial mustard yellow, brown, and green paintwork.