ABB ALe 426

Built by ABB, AnsaldoBreda, Firema

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

2,500 kW

3,353 hp

Weight

273 t

601,861 lb

Length

104 m

341 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1996–2000

Overview of the ABB ALe 426

Discover the ALe 426, a modern EMU designed for Italian railways.

Built between 1996 and 2000 by TAF consortium, these electric multiple units are a staple of regional transport.

With a top speed of 140 km/h and a spacious capacity of 469 seats, the ALe 426 offers efficient and comfortable travel.

Operating on a 1435 mm gauge, these 4-car formations (2M2T) are powered by 3 kV DC electric systems, delivering 2500 kW of power.

The ALe 426 has served prominent operators like Italian State Railways and Trenitalia-LeNord, showcasing reliable performance and capacity for passenger needs.

ABB ALe 426 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	TAF
Family	TAF
Built by	ABB, AnsaldoBreda, Firema · 1996–2000
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	2,500 kW3,353 hp	3,353 hp
Tractive effort	214 kN48,109 lbf	48,109 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'2'+2'2'+2'2'+2'Bo'
Formation	4 cars (2M2T)
Capacity	469 seats
Train length	104 m341 ft 2 in	341 ft 2 in
Width	2.82 m9 ft 3 in	9 ft 3 in
Height	4.3 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	273 t601,861 lb	601,861 lb