© trainspo.comBreda E-32
Built by Breda
Overview of the Breda E-32
Discover the E-32, an impressive electric locomotive designed for the broad 1676 mm gauge tracks.
Built by Breda between 1961 and 1963, this powerful machine served both the Empresa de los Ferrocarriles del Estado (EFE) and the Chilean Freight Operation Concession (FEPASA).
With a top speed of 140 km/h and operating on a 3 kV DC electric system, the E-32 is a testament to Chilean railway engineering.
Its UIC classification is Co'Co', highlighting its robust axle configuration, suitable for both freight and passenger operations.
Explore the history of this iconic locomotive that contributed to the development of rail transport in Chile.
Breda E-32 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Breda · 1961–196334 units | |
| Top speed | 140 km/h87 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,676 mmIndian broad gauge5 ft 6 in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' |
Operators of the Breda E-32
Railway companies that have operated the E-32, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Chilean Freight Operation Concession | FEPASA E-32 | Chile |
| Empresa de los Ferrocarriles del Estado | EFE E-32 | Chile |
Breda E-32 photos
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