Casaralta ALe 601

Built by Casaralta

Length

27.4 m

89 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1961–1980

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Casaralta ALe 601

Explore the ALe 601, an iconic electric railcar from the Italian State Railways, a true gem of Italian railway engineering.

Built between 1961 and 1980 by the renowned Casaralta workshops, this locomotive embodies design and reliability, marking a significant era in passenger transport.

Featuring a 1435 mm gauge and a Bo'Bo' axle configuration, the ALe 601 delivers excellent performance on any route. Its dimensions, measuring 27.4 meters in length, 2.87 meters in width, and 3.77 meters in height, highlight its robustness and capacity.

This railcar represents a piece of Italian railway history, symbolizing efficient and comfortable journeys.

Casaralta ALe 601 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Casaralta · 1961–1980
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	27.4 m89 ft 11 in	89 ft 11 in
Width	2.87 m9 ft 5 in	9 ft 5 in
Height	3.77 m12 ft 4 in	12 ft 4 in