© trainspo.comAlstom ETR 610
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Overview of the Alstom ETR 610
Discover the ETR 610, a high-speed train also known as the "New Pendolino".
This modern EMU, built by Alstom between 2006 and 2010, boasts an impressive top speed of 250 km/h.
The ETR 610 offers a generous capacity for 431 passengers, with 109 seats in first class and 304 in second class, ensuring comfort on every journey.
Its formation of 7 cars, comprising 4 powered and 3 trailer units, allows for excellent operational flexibility and efficiency.
Operating under various operators, including Cisalpino AG and Italian State Railways (FS), it is also recognized as the SBB RABe 503.
Equipped with a versatile electric system capable of running on 15 kV AC, 25 kV AC, and 3 kV DC, and delivering 5520 kW of power, the ETR 610 represents the pinnacle of modern rail technology and performance.
Alstom ETR 610 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | New Pendolino | |
| Built by | Alstom · 2006–201014 units | |
| Top speed | 250 km/h155 mph | |
| Power output | 5,520 kW7,402 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 7 cars (4M3T) | |
| Capacity | 431, 1st class 109, 2nd class 304 seats | |
| Car length | 26.2 m85 ft 11 in | |
| Train length | 187.4 m614 ft 10 in | |
| Width | 2.83 m9 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 4.1 m13 ft 5 in | |
| Weight | 387 t853,188 lb |
Operators of the Alstom ETR 610
Railway companies that have operated the ETR 610, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Italian State Railways | FS ETR 610 | Italy |
| Cisalpino AG | Cisalpino ETR 610 | Switzerland |
| Swiss Federal Railways | SBB ETR 610 | Switzerland |
| Swiss Federal Railways | SBB RABe 503 | Switzerland |
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