Hitachi ETR 521

Built by Hitachi

Top speed

160 km/h

99 mph

Power output

3,400 kW

4,559 hp

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

2018

Overview of the Hitachi ETR 521

Discover the ETR 521, a modern Electric Multiple Unit also known as Caravaggio.

Built by Hitachi from 2018, this sleek train operates in Italy for various railway operators including Italian State Railways, Trenitalia-LeNord, and Trenitalia-TPER.

It boasts a top speed of 160 km/h and a seating capacity of 656 passengers, with 56 first-class seats and 600 second-class seats, ensuring a comfortable journey for commuters and travelers alike.

The 5-car formation (2M3T) and a powerful output of 3400 kW make it an efficient and capable vehicle on the standard 1435 mm gauge tracks.

Explore more about this impressive train that contributes to Italy's modern railway landscape.

Hitachi ETR 521 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Caravaggio
Built by	Hitachi · 2018
Top speed	160 km/h99 mph	99 mph
Power output	3,400 kW4,559 hp	4,559 hp
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
Formation	5 cars (2M3T)
Capacity	656, 1st class 56, 2nd class 600 seats
Car length	136.8 m448 ft 10 in	448 ft 10 in
Width	2.8 m9 ft 2 in	9 ft 2 in
Height	4.3 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Axle load	18.5 t40,785 lb	40,785 lb
Datasheet	italy.hitachirail.com