Fiat E428.226

Built by Breda, Ansaldo, Reggiane, Fiat

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Power output

2,800 kW

3,755 hp

Weight

135 t

297,624 lb

Length

19 m

62 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

2'Bo'+Bo'2'

Overview of the Fiat E428.226

Discover the powerful FS E428.226 electric locomotive, a true workhorse of the Italian State Railways.

This iconic machine, built by renowned manufacturers like Breda, Ansaldo, Reggiane, and Fiat, boasts a robust design and impressive capabilities.

With a top speed of 130 km/h and a substantial weight of 135 tons, it was engineered for demanding rail operations.

Featuring a distinctive 2'Bo'+Bo'2' UIC axle configuration, the E428.226 is a testament to classic locomotive engineering.

Its substantial power output of 2800 kW and tractive effort of 137 kN enabled it to efficiently haul trains across the Italian network, operating on the 3 kV DC electric system.

Explore the heritage and performance of this significant Italian electric locomotive.

Fiat E428.226 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	FS E428
Built by	Breda, Ansaldo, Reggiane, Fiat
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Power output	2,800 kW3,755 hp	3,755 hp
Tractive effort	137 kN30,799 lbf	30,799 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	2'Bo'+Bo'2'
Length	19 m62 ft 4 in	62 ft 4 in
Weight	135 t297,624 lb	297,624 lb