Fiat E444

Built by Fiat, Casaralta, Sofer, TIBB, Reggiane

Top speed

200 km/h

124 mph

Power output

4,272 kW

5,729 hp

Weight

83 t

182,983 lb

Length

16.84 m

55 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1965–1975

117 units

Overview of the Fiat E444

Discover the E444 electric locomotive, also known as the "Tartaruga," a powerful and iconic machine of the Italian State Railways (FS).

Built between 1965 and 1975 by renowned manufacturers like Fiat, Casaralta, Sofer, TIBB, and Reggiane, this locomotive was designed for fast passenger transport.

With an impressive top speed of 200 km/h and a power output of 4272 kW, the E444 embodies Italian railway engineering.

Characterized by its striking design and reliability, the E444 is a significant part of Italy's railway history.

Its Bo'Bo' axle configuration and a weight of 83 tons ensure efficient operation on the standard gauge network.

Fiat E444 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	E444
Built by	Fiat, Casaralta, Sofer, TIBB, Reggiane · 1965–1975117 units
Top speed	200 km/h124 mph	124 mph
Power output	4,272 kW5,729 hp	5,729 hp
Tractive effort	201 kN45,187 lbf	45,187 lbf
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC 3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	16.84 m55 ft 3 in	55 ft 3 in
Width	3.02 m9 ft 11 in	9 ft 11 in
Height	4.3 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	83 t182,983 lb	182,983 lb