Reggiane E656

Built by Ansaldo, Casaralta, Reggiane, Sofer, TIBB

Top speed

150 km/h

93 mph

Power output

4,200 kW

5,632 hp

Weight

120 t

264,554 lb

Length

18.29 m

60 ft 0 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1975–1989

459 units

Overview of the Reggiane E656

Discover the E656, a powerful Italian electric locomotive.

Known as the "Caimano," this series was built between 1975 and 1989 by renowned manufacturers such as Ansaldo, Casaralta, Reggiane, Sofer, and TIBB.

With a top speed of 150 km/h and an impressive weight of 120 tons, the E656 is capable of generating a tractive effort of 249 kN, powered by a 3 kV DC electric system and a power output of 4200 kW.

Primarily operated by Italian State Railways (Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane), as well as Mercitalia Rail and Rete Ferroviaria Italiana (RFI), this 1435 mm gauge locomotive has played a crucial role in Italy's railway transport.

Measuring 18.29 meters in length, 3 meters in width, and 3.8 meters in height, its robust Bo'Bo'Bo' UIC axle configuration ensures stability and performance under various conditions.

Learn more about this iconic Italian electric locomotive.

Reggiane E656 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Caimano
Built by	Ansaldo, Casaralta, Reggiane, Sofer, TIBB · 1975–1989459 units
Top speed	150 km/h93 mph	93 mph
Power output	4,200 kW5,632 hp	5,632 hp
Tractive effort	249 kN55,977 lbf	55,977 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	18.29 m60 ft 0 in	60 ft 0 in
Width	3 m9 ft 10 in	9 ft 10 in
Height	3.8 m12 ft 6 in	12 ft 6 in
Weight	120 t264,554 lb	264,554 lb