© trainspo.comOM ATM 1500
Built by Breda, Carminati & Toselli, OEFT, OM, Reggiane
Overview of the OM ATM 1500
Discover the ATM 1500, a historic tram that has been shaping the streets of Milan since 1927. Also known as the "Ventotto," this impressive vehicle is a masterpiece of Italian engineering, built by manufacturers like Breda, Carminati & Toselli, OEFT, OM, and Reggiane.
With a top speed of 35 km/h and a capacity for 29 passengers, the ATM 1500 offers an authentic travel experience. It is renowned for its 1445 mm gauge and its characteristic Bo'Bo' axle configuration, providing stability and agility.
The ATM 1500 operates on a 600 V DC electric system and measures 13.89 meters in length, 2.35 meters in width, and 3.23 meters in height. This tram represents a significant piece of Italian transportation history and is a favored subject for railway enthusiasts.
Experience the elegance and functionality of this classic tram, operated by Azienda Trasporti Milanesi (ATM). The ATM 1500 is more than just a means of transport; it's a moving monument.
OM ATM 1500 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Breda, Carminati & Toselli, OEFT, OM, Reggiane · 1927–1930502 units | |
| Top speed | 35 km/h22 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,445 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8⅞ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Capacity | 29 seats | |
| Length | 13.89 m45 ft 7 in | |
| Width | 2.35 m7 ft 9 in | |
| Height | 3.23 m10 ft 7 in |
Operators of the OM ATM 1500
Railway companies that have operated the ATM 1500, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Azienda Trasporti Milanesi | ATM 1500 | Italy |
OM ATM 1500 photos
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