Breda E636

Built by Breda, OM, Marelli, SNOS, Fiat, TIBB, Ansaldo

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

2,100 kW

2,816 hp

Weight

101 t

222,667 lb

Length

18.25 m

59 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1940–1962

Overview of the Breda E636

Discover the robust FS E636 electric locomotive, a true icon of Italian railway engineering.

Built between 1940 and 1962 by renowned manufacturers like Breda, OM, and Fiat, this powerful machine boasts a top speed of 120 km/h and an impressive power output of 2100 kW.

Its distinctive Bo'Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and substantial weight of 101 tons make it a reliable performer for both freight and passenger services on standard gauge 1435 mm tracks.

With a length of 18.25 meters, the E636 series represents a significant chapter in the history of rail transport, showcasing enduring Italian craftsmanship and operational capability.

Explore the legacy of this versatile and powerful electric locomotive.

Breda E636 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	E636
Built by	Breda, OM, Marelli, SNOS, Fiat, TIBB, Ansaldo · 1940–1962
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	2,100 kW2,816 hp	2,816 hp
Tractive effort	113 kN25,403 lbf	25,403 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'Bo'
Length	18.25 m59 ft 11 in	59 ft 11 in
Width	3 m9 ft 10 in	9 ft 10 in
Height	3.38 m11 ft 1 in	11 ft 1 in
Weight	101 t222,667 lb	222,667 lb