© trainspo.comOM E600
Built by OM
Overview of the OM E600
Discover the E600 electric locomotive, a classic of Italian railways.
Built in 1928 by OM, this iconic machine served the Ferrovie Nord Milano / LeNord, playing a vital role in both passenger and freight transport.
Measuring 11.92 meters long and weighing 63 tons, the E600 embodies the robust engineering of its era.
Experience the power of its 3 kV DC electric systems and its defining top speed of 75 km/h.
With its B'B' axle configuration, this locomotive continues to captivate railway enthusiasts and modelers alike, offering a glimpse into a golden age of rail travel.
OM E600 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | OM · 19286 units | |
| Top speed | 75 km/h47 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'B' | |
| Length | 11.92 m39 ft 1 in | |
| Width | 2.95 m9 ft 8 in | |
| Height | 3.8 m12 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 63 t138,891 lb |
Operators of the OM E600
Railway companies that have operated the E600, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrovie Nord Milano / LeNord | FNM E600 | Italy |
OM E600 photos
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