Ocren ALe 540

Built by Ocren, OM

Top speed

150 km/h

93 mph

Power output

600 kW

805 hp

Weight

64 t

141,096 lb

Length

27.4 m

89 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1955–1960

Overview of the Ocren ALe 540

Discover the ALe 540, an iconic electric railcar that served the Italian State Railways. Built between 1955 and 1960 by Ocren and OM, this robust unit features a Bo'Bo' bogie configuration for excellent traction.

Capable of reaching speeds of 150 km/h and boasting a power output of 600 kW, the ALe 540 was well-suited for various routes. Its dimensions include a length of 27.4 meters, a width of 2.9 meters, and a height of 3.85 meters, with a total weight of 64 tonnes.

Operating on a 3 kV DC electric system and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the ALe 540 is a testament to mid-20th century Italian railway engineering, symbolizing reliability and operational efficiency on the Italian network.

Ocren ALe 540 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Ocren, OM · 1955–1960
Top speed	150 km/h93 mph	93 mph
Power output	600 kW805 hp	805 hp
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	27.4 m89 ft 11 in	89 ft 11 in
Width	2.9 m9 ft 6 in	9 ft 6 in
Height	3.85 m12 ft 8 in	12 ft 8 in
Weight	64 t141,096 lb	141,096 lb