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Electric locomotive

Firema E401

Built by Ansaldo, Firema

Top speed
200 km/h
124 mph
Power output
6,000 kW
8,046 hp
Weight
87 t
191,802 lb
Length
18.44 m
60 ft 6 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Firema E401

Explore the E401, an impressive Italian electric locomotive representing advanced engineering.

Originally developed by Ansaldo and Firema and later modernized by CAF and OGR Foligno, it sets benchmarks in performance.

With a top speed of 200 km/h and an impressive 6000 kW power output, the E401 is designed for modern rail transport.

Its robust design and reliability make it an indispensable part of the Italian railway network.

The Bo'Bo' axle configuration and 3 kV DC power supply underscore its efficiency and versatility in rail operations.

Firema E401 technical specifications

Value
SeriesE402
Built byAnsaldo, Firema
RefurbishedCAF, OGR Foligno
Top speed200 km/h124 mph
Power output6,000 kW8,046 hp
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length18.44 m60 ft 6 in
Width3 m9 ft 10 in
Height4.24 m13 ft 11 in
Weight87 t191,802 lb
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Operators of the Firema E401

Railway companies that have operated the E401, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Italian State RailwaysFS E401Italy

Firema E401 photos

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