© trainspo.comBreda ALe 883
Built by Fiat, Breda
Overview of the Breda ALe 883
Discover the ALe 883, an iconic Italian electric multiple unit (EMU) that embodies the engineering prowess of its era.
Built by Fiat and Breda between 1942 and 1946 for the Italian State Railways (FS), this robust train was designed for efficiency and passenger comfort.
With a top speed of 110 km/h and a seating capacity of 83, the ALe 883 offered reliable service across the Italian network. Its distinctive Bo'Bo'+2'2'+Bo'Bo' axle arrangement ensures excellent stability and performance on the tracks.
Measuring 28.76 meters in length, 2.95 meters in width, and 3.82 meters in height, and weighing 56 tons with a power output of 600 kW, the ALe 883 is a significant piece of railway heritage.
Explore the details and history of this remarkable locomotive.
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Breda ALe 883 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | ALe 883 | |
| Built by | Fiat, Breda · 1942–1946 | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Power output | 600 kW805 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2'+Bo'Bo | |
| Capacity | 83 seats | |
| Car length | 28.76 m94 ft 4 in | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 3.82 m12 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 56 t123,459 lb |
Operators of the Breda ALe 883
Railway companies that have operated the ALe 883, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Italian State Railways | FS ALe 883 | Italy |
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