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Electric multiple unit

SNOS ALe 803

Built by OM, SNOS, Sofer

Top speed
130 km/h
81 mph
Power output
872 kW
1,169 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1961–1973
53 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2'

Overview of the SNOS ALe 803

Explore the ALe 803, an iconic Italian electric multiple unit known for its reliability and performance on the Italian railway network.

This EMU features a standard gauge of 1435 mm and operates on a 3 kV DC electric system, capable of reaching speeds up to 130 km/h with a robust 872 kW power output.

Built between 1961 and 1973, the ALe 803 is a testament to Italian railway engineering. It served with distinction for both the Italian State Railways (Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane) and Trenitalia-LeNord.

With its distinctive Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2' axle configuration, the ALe 803 remains a recognizable and important part of Italy's railway heritage.

SNOS ALe 803 technical specifications

Value
SeriesALe 803
Built byOM, SNOS, Sofer · 1961–197353 units
Top speed130 km/h81 mph
Power output872 kW1,169 hp
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2'

Operators of the SNOS ALe 803

Railway companies that have operated the ALe 803, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Italian State RailwaysFS ALe 803Italy
Trenitalia-LeNordTrenord ALe 803Italy

SNOS ALe 803 photos

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