© trainspo.comAnsaldo FS E454
Built by ABB, Ansaldo, Breda, Fiat
Overview of the Ansaldo FS E454
Discover the robust FS E454 electric locomotive, a cornerstone of the Italian State Railways network.
Built between 1985 and 1989 by a prestigious consortium including ABB, Ansaldo, Breda, and Fiat, this powerful machine features a Bo'Bo' axle configuration.
Reaching a top speed of 160 km/h, the FS E454 offers reliable performance for both passenger and freight transport on the standard 1435 mm gauge.
Measuring 16.5 meters in length and weighing 80 tons, this locomotive is equipped with a 3 kV DC electric system, essential for its operation on the Italian railway network. The FS E454 represents an important milestone in the evolution of Italian rolling stock.
Ansaldo FS E454 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ABB, Ansaldo, Breda, Fiat · 1985–19893 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 16.5 m54 ft 2 in | |
| Weight | 80 t176,370 lb |
Operators of the Ansaldo FS E454
Railway companies that have operated the FS E454, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Italian State Railways | FS E454 | Italy |
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