© trainspo.comBreda M4 400
Built by Ferrosud, Fiat, Breda
Overview of the Breda M4 400
Discover the M4 400 railcar, an iconic Italian railway vehicle serving the Ferrovie della Calabria.
Built between 1996 and 1998 by Ferrosud, Fiat, and Breda, this railcar represents a significant evolution in rolling stock design.
Operating on a unique 950 mm gauge, the M4 400 is a testament to tailored engineering for challenging routes, ensuring reliable and efficient service.
This railcar boasts a top speed of 100 km/h, a length of 18.47 meters, and a width of 2.74 meters, all within a weight of 30 tons, optimized for the demands of narrow-gauge railways.
Its B'B' axle classification reflects an agile design, perfectly suited for the specific railway networks it traverses.
Experience comfortable and efficient travel with this versatile and functionally designed Italian railcar.
Breda M4 400 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Fiat M4 | |
| Built by | Ferrosud, Fiat, Breda · 1996–19988 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Track gauge | 950 mmNarrow gauge3 ft 1⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Length | 18.47 m60 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.74 m9 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 30 t66,139 lb |
Operators of the Breda M4 400
Railway companies that have operated the M4 400, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrovie della Calabria | FC M4 400 | Italy |
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