AnsaldoBreda ALe 426

Built by ABB, AnsaldoBreda, Firema

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

2,500 kW

3,353 hp

Weight

273 t

601,861 lb

Length

104 m

341 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1996–2000

Overview of the AnsaldoBreda ALe 426

Discover the ALe 426, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) designed for Italian railways.

This modern train, built by ABB, AnsaldoBreda, and Firema between 1996 and 2000, operates on a standard 1435 mm gauge.

With a top speed of 140 km/h and a capacity of 469 seats, the ALe 426 is configured in a 4-car formation (2M2T) offering efficient passenger transport.

Its powerful 2500 kW electric system and substantial tractive effort make it a reliable choice for FS ALe 426, FS ALe 506, Trenord ALe 426, and Trenord ALe 506 services across Italy.

Explore the dimensions and specifications of this impressive Italian locomotive.

AnsaldoBreda ALe 426 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	TAF
Family	TAF
Built by	ABB, AnsaldoBreda, Firema · 1996–2000
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	2,500 kW3,353 hp	3,353 hp
Tractive effort	214 kN48,109 lbf	48,109 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'2'+2'2'+2'2'+2'Bo'
Formation	4 cars (2M2T)
Capacity	469 seats
Train length	104 m341 ft 2 in	341 ft 2 in
Width	2.82 m9 ft 3 in	9 ft 3 in
Height	4.3 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	273 t601,861 lb	601,861 lb