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Railcar

Ansaldo ALe 880

Built by Fiat, Marelli, OM, Ansaldo

Top speed
130 km/h
81 mph
Power output
296 kW
397 hp
Weight
39 t
85,980 lb
Length
26.8 m
87 ft 11 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1938–1946

Overview of the Ansaldo ALe 880

Discover the ALe 880 railcar, an iconic Italian State Railways (FS) model.

Built between 1938 and 1946 by Fiat, Marelli, OM, and Ansaldo, this railcar boasts a top speed of 130 km/h and seating for 88 passengers.

Operating on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks, it was powered by a 3 kV DC electric system, delivering 296 kW of power.

With a length of 26.8 meters, width of 2.69 meters, and height of 3.78 meters, the ALe 880 offered comfortable travel.

Its Bo'Bo' UIC axle classification highlights its robust design, weighing in at 39 tons.

The ALe 880 is a piece of Italian railway history, perfect for enthusiasts seeking a classic rail experience.

Ansaldo ALe 880 technical specifications

Value
Built byFiat, Marelli, OM, Ansaldo · 1938–1946
Top speed130 km/h81 mph
Power output296 kW397 hp
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Capacity88 seats
Length26.8 m87 ft 11 in
Width2.69 m8 ft 10 in
Height3.78 m12 ft 5 in
Weight39 t85,980 lb

Operators of the Ansaldo ALe 880

Railway companies that have operated the ALe 880, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Italian State RailwaysFS ALe 880Italy

Ansaldo ALe 880 photos

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