Ansaldo E428

Built by Breda, Ansaldo, Reggiane, Fiat, TIBB

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

2,350 kW

3,151 hp

Weight

135 t

297,624 lb

Length

19 m

62 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1934–1943

242 units

Overview of the Ansaldo E428

Discover the iconic FS E428 electric locomotive, a significant piece of Italian railway history.

Built between 1934 and 1943 by renowned manufacturers such as Breda, Ansaldo, Reggiane, Fiat, and TIBB, this powerful machine defined an era of Italian rail transport.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and an output of 2350 kW, the FS E428 was engineered to meet the demands of the time, boasting a substantial weight of 135 tons and a length of 19 meters, signifying its robust construction and capability.

Its classic 2'Bo'+Bo'2' UIC axle configuration and 1435 mm gauge make it a dependable and celebrated locomotive, instrumental in the evolution of Italian railways.

Ansaldo E428 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	FS E428
Built by	Breda, Ansaldo, Reggiane, Fiat, TIBB · 1934–1943242 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	2,350 kW3,151 hp	3,151 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	2'Bo'+Bo'2'
Length	19 m62 ft 4 in	62 ft 4 in
Weight	135 t297,624 lb	297,624 lb