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Steam locomotive

Breda Gr740

Built by Ansaldo, Breda, OM

Top speed
60 km/h
37 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1911–1922
470 units
Axle arrangement
1′D' h2

Overview of the Breda Gr740

Discover the powerful Gr740 locomotive, a notable member of the Italian State Railways.

This versatile steam locomotive, classified as a 2-8-0, was built by Ansaldo, Breda, and OM between 1911 and 1922.

With a gauge of 1435 mm and a Whyte notation of 2-8-0, the Gr740 was designed for robust performance on standard gauge tracks.

Reaching a top speed of 60 km/h, it served reliably across Italy.

Explore the impressive engineering of this historic Italian locomotive.

Breda Gr740 technical specifications

Value
Built byAnsaldo, Breda, OM · 1911–1922470 units
Top speed60 km/h37 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement1′D' h2
Whyte notation2-8-0
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Operators of the Breda Gr740

Railway companies that have operated the Gr740, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Italian State RailwaysFS 740Italy

Breda Gr740 photos

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