Saronno FS 741

Built by Ansaldo, Breda, Henschel, OM, OMN, Saronno

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Weight

60 t

132,277 lb

Length

19.89 m

65 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1953–1960

81 units

Axle arrangement

1′D' h2

Overview of the Saronno FS 741

Discover the robust FS 741 steam locomotive, a powerful 2-8-0 Whyte notation engine that served the Italian State Railways.

Built between 1953 and 1960 by renowned manufacturers like Ansaldo and Breda, this impressive locomotive boasts a top speed of 60 km/h and a substantial weight of 60 tons.

With its 1435 mm gauge and a length of 19.89 meters, the FS 741 is a testament to classic railway engineering and a significant piece of Italian rail history.

Saronno FS 741 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	741
Built by	Ansaldo, Breda, Henschel, OM, OMN, Saronno · 1953–196081 units
Refurbished	Brush Traction, Hyundai Rotem, OGR
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	1′D' h2
Whyte notation	2-8-0
Length	19.89 m65 ft 3 in	65 ft 3 in
Height	4.31 m14 ft 2 in	14 ft 2 in
Weight	60 t132,277 lb	132,277 lb