Metrovicks E626

Built by CEMSA, GE, Metrovicks, OM, SNOS, TIBB

Top speed

95 km/h

59 mph

Power output

1,850 kW

2,481 hp

Weight

95 t

209,439 lb

Length

14.95 m

49 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1927–1939

Overview of the Metrovicks E626

Discover the iconic E626 electric locomotive, a true testament to Italian railway engineering.

Built between 1927 and 1939 by prominent manufacturers, this Bo'Bo'Bo' locomotive boasts a top speed of 95 km/h and a powerful output of 1850 kW.

With a length of 14.95 meters and a weight of 95 tons, the E626 has served various Italian railway operators, including Italian State Railways (FS) and has been preserved by private owner groups and historical associations.

Explore the rich history and impressive specifications of this classic electric locomotive.

Metrovicks E626 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	E626
Built by	CEMSA, GE, Metrovicks, OM, SNOS, TIBB · 1927–1939
Top speed	95 km/h59 mph	59 mph
Power output	1,850 kW2,481 hp	2,481 hp
Tractive effort	105 kN23,605 lbf	23,605 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'Bo'
Length	14.95 m49 ft 1 in	49 ft 1 in
Weight	95 t209,439 lb	209,439 lb
Axle load	15.5 t34,172 lb	34,172 lb

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Operators of the Metrovicks E626

Railway companies that have operated the E626, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
dell’Associazione Toscana Treni Storici	Italvapore E626	Italy
Italian State Railways	FS E626	Italy
La Ferroviaria Italiana	LFI E626	Italy
Private owners group	@private-it E626	Italy
Società per Azioni Torinese Trasporti Intercomunali	SATTI E626	Italy
Trasporto Ferroviario Toscano SpA	TFT E626	Italy