Ansaldo ETR 401

Built by Ansaldo, Fiat, Marelli

Top speed

250 km/h

155 mph

Power output

2,200 kW

2,950 hp

Weight

191 t

421,082 lb

Length

105.9 m

347 ft 5 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1975–1976

Overview of the Ansaldo ETR 401

Discover the ETR 401, an iconic Italian high-speed train.

Built by Ansaldo, Fiat, and Marelli between 1975 and 1976, this exceptional Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) was designed for speed, capable of reaching 250 km/h.

The ETR 401 features a 4-car formation, a length of 105.9 meters, and a width of 2.75 meters. It weighs 191 tonnes and boasts a power output of 2200 kW.

This train, which served with the Italian State Railways (FS ETR 401), stands as a testament to Italian railway technological advancement. Its 1435 mm standard gauge aligns with European railway standards.

Explore the legacy of the ETR 401, a symbol of Italian rail engineering that continues to captivate train enthusiasts worldwide.

Ansaldo ETR 401 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	ETR 401
Built by	Ansaldo, Fiat, Marelli · 1975–1976
Top speed	250 km/h155 mph	155 mph
Power output	2,200 kW2,950 hp	2,950 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	4 cars
Train length	105.9 m347 ft 5 in	347 ft 5 in
Width	2.75 m9 ft 0 in	9 ft 0 in
Height	3.3 m10 ft 10 in	10 ft 10 in
Weight	191 t421,082 lb	421,082 lb