FS ALe 781

Built by Breda

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Power output

300 kW

402 hp

Weight

47 t

103,617 lb

Length

27.68 m

90 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1939

Overview of the FS ALe 781

Discover the ALe 781, an elegant Italian railcar with a rich history.

Built by Breda in 1939 for the Italian State Railways (FS), this distinctive railcar served the nation's network. It underwent significant refurbishment between 1964 and 1969, bearing the series designation ALe 400.

Boasting a top speed of 130 km/h and a seating capacity of 78 passengers, the ALe 781 operates on a 3 kV DC electric system, showcasing the engineering of its era.

Measuring 27.68 meters in length and weighing 47 tonnes, this Bo'Bo' classified railcar, with its 300 kW power output, played a notable role in Italian railway transport history.

FS ALe 781 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	ALe 400
Built by	Breda · 1939
Refurbished	FS 1964 - 1969 (8)
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Power output	300 kW402 hp	402 hp
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Capacity	78 seats
Length	27.68 m90 ft 10 in	90 ft 10 in
Weight	47 t103,617 lb	103,617 lb