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Steam locomotive

BMAG Gr640

Built by BMAG, Breda, CEMSA

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Length
16.53 m
54 ft 3 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1907–1911
169 units
Axle arrangement
1'C' h2

Overview of the BMAG Gr640

Discover the powerful FS 640 steam locomotive, a significant piece of Italian railway history.

Built between 1907 and 1911 by renowned manufacturers like BMAG, Breda, and CEMSA, this robust machine is a testament to early 20th-century engineering.

Featuring a 2-6-0 Whyte notation and a 1'C' h2 UIC axle configuration, the Gr640 is an iconic sight on the rails.

With a top speed of 100 km/h and a length of 16.53 meters, it was a versatile and impressive locomotive for its era.

Operating on a standard 1435 mm gauge, the FS 640 played a vital role in the Italian State Railways' operations.

Explore stunning images and learn more about the technical specifications and historical impact of this classic steam engine.

BMAG Gr640 technical specifications

Value
Built byBMAG, Breda, CEMSA · 1907–1911169 units
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement1'C' h2
Whyte notation2-6-0
Length16.53 m54 ft 3 in

Operators of the BMAG Gr640

Railway companies that have operated the Gr640, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Italian State RailwaysFS 640Italy

BMAG Gr640 photos

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