Breda EB 740

Built by OM, Breda

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Power output

580 kW

778 hp

Weight

58 t

127,868 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1927–1958

24 units

Overview of the Breda EB 740

Explore the EB 740, an iconic Italian Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) with a 1435 mm standard gauge.

Built between 1927 and 1958 by renowned manufacturers OM and Breda, this locomotive boasts a 4-car formation, including a motor car.

With a top speed of 90 km/h and powered by a 3 kV DC electric system delivering 580 kW, the EB 740 was a dependable workhorse.

Its robust construction includes cars measuring 23.32 meters in length and a height of 3.7 meters, with a total weight of 58 tonnes.

The EB 740 has a distinguished service history in Italy, operating for Ferrovie Nord Milano / LeNord and Trenitalia-LeNord, contributing significantly to the nation's rail transport for decades.

Breda EB 740 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	OM, Breda · 1927–195824 units
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Power output	580 kW778 hp	778 hp
Electric systems	3 kV DC (580 kW)
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	4 cars (1M)
Car length	23.32 m76 ft 6 in	76 ft 6 in
Height	3.7 m12 ft 2 in	12 ft 2 in
Weight	58 t127,868 lb	127,868 lb