CGE E551

Built by Ansaldo, Breda, CGE, OM, Reggiane, SNOS, TIBB, Vickers Terni

Top speed

50 km/h

31 mph

Power output

2,000 kW

2,682 hp

Weight

75 t

165,347 lb

Length

11.01 m

36 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1921–1925

183 units

Overview of the CGE E551

Discover the E551 electric locomotive, an iconic model from Italian State Railways. Built between 1921 and 1925 by renowned manufacturers like Ansaldo and Breda, this robust 75-ton machine is a testament to the railway engineering of its era.

With a 1435 mm track gauge and an E UIC axle configuration, the E551 is designed for 3.6 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, delivering a powerful 2000 kW. Its top speed of 50 km/h made it ideal for various tasks on the Italian rail network.

The impressive dimensions of the E551, measuring 11.01 meters long, 2.85 meters wide, and 3.74 meters high, highlight its significant presence on the tracks. Explore the history and characteristics of this fascinating railway specimen.

CGE E551 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Ansaldo, Breda, CGE, OM, Reggiane, SNOS, TIBB, Vickers Terni · 1921–1925183 units
Top speed	50 km/h31 mph	31 mph
Power output	2,000 kW2,682 hp	2,682 hp
Electric systems	3.6 kV AC 16.7 Hz (2000 kW)
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	E
Length	11.01 m36 ft 1 in	36 ft 1 in
Width	2.85 m9 ft 4 in	9 ft 4 in
Height	3.74 m12 ft 3 in	12 ft 3 in
Weight	75 t165,347 lb	165,347 lb