© trainspo.comAnsaldo E402B
Built by Ansaldo, Firema, ITIN, Sofer
Overview of the Ansaldo E402B
Discover the E402B electric locomotive, a testament to Italian railway engineering and innovation.
Designed for both speed and efficiency, this versatile locomotive boasts a top speed of 200 km/h, ensuring swift and reliable journeys across the network.
Equipped with powerful electric systems, the E402B is perfectly suited for both passenger and freight services, playing a vital role for Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane (FS) and other Italian operators.
Admire the robust design and exceptional performance of the E402B series, a cornerstone of the modern Italian railway landscape.
Ansaldo E402B technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | E402 | |
| Built by | Ansaldo, Firema, ITIN, Sofer · 1996–200080 units | |
| Top speed | 200 km/h124 mph | |
| Tractive effort | 280 kN62,947 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 19.42 m63 ft 9 in | |
| Weight | 89 t196,211 lb |
Operators of the Ansaldo E402B
Railway companies that have operated the E402B, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| FS Treni Turistici Italiani | FSTTI E402B | Italy |
| Italian State Railways | FS E402B | Italy |
| Rete Ferroviaria Italiana | RFI E402B | Italy |
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