© trainspo.comFiat FS E454
Built by ABB, Ansaldo, Breda, Fiat
Overview of the Fiat FS E454
Discover the powerful FS E454 electric locomotive, a robust workhorse designed for the Italian State Railways.
Built between 1985 and 1989 by a consortium of leading manufacturers including ABB, Ansaldo, Breda, and Fiat, this locomotive represents a significant era in Italian rail transport.
With a top speed of 160 km/h and a substantial weight of 80 tons, the FS E454 is capable of handling demanding routes with its 1435 mm standard gauge and 3 kV DC electric system.
Its Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement ensures excellent traction and stability, making it a reliable choice for freight and passenger services across Italy.
Fiat FS E454 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | ABB, Ansaldo, Breda, Fiat · 1985–19893 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 16.5 m54 ft 2 in | |
| Weight | 80 t176,370 lb |
Operators of the Fiat FS E454
Railway companies that have operated the FS E454, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Italian State Railways | FS E454 | Italy |
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