Ansaldo E636.284

Built by Breda, OM, Marelli, SNOS, Fiat, TIBB, Ansaldo

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Power output

1,750 kW

2,347 hp

Weight

101 t

222,667 lb

Length

18.25 m

59 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1940–1962

Overview of the Ansaldo E636.284

Discover the iconic E636.284, a robust electric locomotive that served the Italian State Railways with distinction.

Built between 1940 and 1962 by a consortium of renowned manufacturers, this locomotive represents a significant piece of railway history in Italy. Its enduring design and functionality allowed it to operate for decades, undergoing refurbishment in 1990 to extend its service life.

With a top speed of 110 km/h and a powerful 1750 kW electric system, the E636.284 was a reliable workhorse. Its substantial weight of 101 tonnes and impressive tractive effort of 113 kN made it capable of handling various demanding tasks on the standard 1435 mm gauge network.

The E636.284's Bo'Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and substantial dimensions (18.25 m length, 3 m width, and 3.38 m height) highlight its solid construction. Explore more about this classic Italian locomotive and its contributions to rail transport.

Ansaldo E636.284 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	E636
Built by	Breda, OM, Marelli, SNOS, Fiat, TIBB, Ansaldo · 1940–1962
Refurbished	FS 1990
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 mph
Power output	1,750 kW2,347 hp	2,347 hp
Tractive effort	113 kN25,403 lbf	25,403 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'Bo'
Length	18.25 m59 ft 11 in	59 ft 11 in
Width	3 m9 ft 10 in	9 ft 10 in
Height	3.38 m11 ft 1 in	11 ft 1 in
Weight	101 t222,667 lb	222,667 lb