© trainspo.comOM ALn 873
Built by OM
Overview of the OM ALn 873
Discover the ALn 873 railcar, a notable Italian State Railways train. Built by OM between 1963 and 1966, this versatile railcar was designed for passenger services and features a capacity of 73 seats.
Capable of reaching a top speed of 110 km/h, the ALn 873 operates on a standard 1435 mm gauge. Its dimensions, including a length of 25.4 meters, width of 3.05 meters, and height of 3.76 meters, make it well-suited for Italian rail networks.
The ALn 873, classified with a (1A)'(A1)' wheel arrangement, represents a piece of significant railway engineering from its era. Its robust construction and passenger-focused design contributed to its valuable service with Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane.
OM ALn 873 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | OM · 1963–1966 | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | (1A)'(A1)' | |
| Capacity | 73 seats | |
| Length | 25.4 m83 ft 4 in | |
| Width | 3.05 m10 ft 0 in | |
| Height | 3.76 m12 ft 4 in |
Operators of the OM ALn 873
Railway companies that have operated the ALn 873, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Italian State Railways | FS ALn 873 | Italy |















