Fiat ETR 490 Electric Multiple Unit: Specs & Photos

Overview of the Fiat ETR 490

Experience the ETR 490, a high-speed train that exemplifies advanced Italian railway engineering.

This second-generation Pendolino model, a product of Alstom and Fiat's collaboration between 1998 and 1999, boasts a remarkable top speed of 220 km/h.

Designed for efficiency and passenger comfort, the ETR 490 features a 3-car formation (2M1T) and can accommodate 160 passengers.

It operates on a 1668 mm gauge track, with a total train length of 81.2 meters and a weight of 171 tons.

Powered by a 3 kV DC electric system, this train delivers a robust 1960 kW of power and 130 kN of tractive effort.

It is currently in service in Spain as the RENFE 490 under Renfe Operadora, showcasing its versatility and performance on Iberian networks.

Fiat ETR 490 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Pendolino Second Generation
Family	Pendolino
Built by	Alstom, Fiat · 1998–199910 units
Top speed	220 km/h137 mph	137 mph
Power output	1,960 kW2,628 hp	2,628 hp
Tractive effort	130 kN29,225 lbf	29,225 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,668 mmIberian gauge5 ft 5⅝ in	5 ft 5⅝ in
UIC axle arrangement	1A'A1' + 2'2' +A1'A1'
Formation	3 cars (2M1T)
Capacity	160 seats
Train length	81.2 m266 ft 5 in	266 ft 5 in
Weight	171 t376,990 lb	376,990 lb