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Diesel locomotive

Greco FS 255

Built by ABL, Greco

Top speed
50 km/h
31 mph
Power output
325 kW
436 hp
Weight
53 t
116,845 lb
Length
10 m
32 ft 10 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1991–1993
30 units

Overview of the Greco FS 255

Discover the versatile FS 255 diesel locomotive, a robust workhorse serving Italy.

Built by ABL, Greco between 1991 and 1993, this C-axle configuration locomotive is a reliable asset for Italian State Railways, Mercitalia Rail, and Mercitalia Shunting & Terminal.

The FS 255 boasts a 325 kW power output and a top speed of 50 km/h, making it ideal for shunting and freight operations.

With a compact design featuring a length of 10 meters and a weight of 53 tons, it offers excellent maneuverability on 1435 mm gauge tracks.

Explore captivating images and learn more about this efficient and dependable Italian diesel locomotive.

Greco FS 255 technical specifications

Value
Built byABL, Greco · 1991–199330 units
Top speed50 km/h31 mph
Power output325 kW436 hp
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementC
Length10 m32 ft 10 in
Weight53 t116,845 lb

Operators of the Greco FS 255

Railway companies that have operated the FS 255, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Italian State RailwaysFS 255Italy
Mercitalia RailMIR 255Italy
Mercitalia Shunting & TerminalMIST 255Italy

Greco FS 255 photos

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