BN SNCB AM56

Built by BN, ACEC

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Power output

620 kW

831 hp

Weight

102 t

224,871 lb

Length

45.3 m

148 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1956

22 units

Overview of the BN SNCB AM56

Discover the SNCB AM56, a classic Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) built in 1956 by BN and ACEC.

This iconic train, primarily operated by SNCB/NMBS in Belgium, boasts a top speed of 130 km/h. Its robust construction and reliable performance made it a staple on Belgian railways.

The SNCB AM56 measures 45.3 meters in length and offers seating for 171 passengers, making it suitable for regional and commuter services. It operates on a 3 kV DC electric system and delivers a power output of 620 kW.

This versatile EMU also found service in Italy under the Gruppo Torinese Trasporti (GTT) as the ALe 056, showcasing its enduring appeal and adaptability across different railway networks.

BN SNCB AM56 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	SNCB AM54-55-56
Family	Klassiek motorstel
Built by	BN, ACEC · 195622 units
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Power output	620 kW831 hp	831 hp
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Capacity	171 seats
Train length	45.3 m148 ft 7 in	148 ft 7 in
Width	2.99 m9 ft 10 in	9 ft 10 in
Weight	102 t224,871 lb	224,871 lb