Firema E402A

Built by Ansaldo, Firema

Top speed

220 km/h

137 mph

Power output

5,200 kW

6,973 hp

Weight

87 t

191,802 lb

Length

18.86 m

61 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1994–1996

40 units

Overview of the Firema E402A

Discover the E402A, a powerful Italian electric locomotive renowned for its speed and efficiency.

This versatile traction unit, operating on a 1435 mm gauge, boasts a top speed of 220 km/h, making it a significant player in Italian rail transport.

Built by Ansaldo and Firema between 1994 and 1996, the E402A features a robust Bo'Bo' axle configuration and delivers an impressive power output of 5200 kW, coupled with a substantial tractive effort of 252 kN.

Its impressive specifications and reliable performance have cemented its role within the Italian State Railways fleet.

Firema E402A technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	E402
Built by	Ansaldo, Firema · 1994–199640 units
Top speed	220 km/h137 mph	137 mph
Power output	5,200 kW6,973 hp	6,973 hp
Tractive effort	252 kN56,652 lbf	56,652 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	18.86 m61 ft 11 in	61 ft 11 in
Width	3 m9 ft 10 in	9 ft 10 in
Height	4.24 m13 ft 11 in	13 ft 11 in
Weight	87 t191,802 lb	191,802 lb