© trainspo.comFirema E403
Built by AnsaldoBreda, Firema
Overview of the Firema E403
Explore the powerful E403 electric locomotive, an impressive series from AnsaldoBreda and Firema.
These locomotives for the Italian State Railways (FS) are known for their impressive speed of up to 180 km/h and feature a 1435 mm gauge.
With a length of 19.9 meters and a weight of 86 tons, the E403 is a versatile and reliable choice for rail transport.
It is designed for various electrical systems, including 25 kV AC, 3 kV DC, and 15 kV AC, and offers an impressive tractive effort of 315 kN.
Experience the efficiency and power of the E403 electric locomotive.
Firema E403 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | E402 | |
| Built by | AnsaldoBreda, Firema · 2006–200824 units | |
| Top speed | 180 km/h112 mph | |
| Tractive effort | 315 kN70,815 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 19.9 m65 ft 3 in | |
| Width | 3.01 m9 ft 11 in | |
| Height | 4.28 m14 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 86 t189,597 lb |
Operators of the Firema E403
Railway companies that have operated the E403, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Italian State Railways | FS E403 | Italy |
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