SNOS E424

Built by Ansaldo, Breda, CGE, Marelli, OM, Reggiane, SNOS, TIBB

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

1,550 kW

2,079 hp

Weight

72 t

158,733 lb

Length

15.5 m

50 ft 10 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1943–1951

158 units

Overview of the SNOS E424

Discover the powerful E424 electric locomotive, a workhorse of the Italian State Railways.

Built between 1943 and 1951 by renowned manufacturers like Ansaldo, Breda, and CGE, this robust locomotive was designed for reliability in both passenger and freight services.

With a top speed of 120 km/h and an impressive tractive effort of 168 kN, the E424 is capable of handling diverse railway demands.

Featuring a 1550 kW power output and operating on 3 kV DC electric systems, this 72-tonne locomotive is a significant part of Italian railway heritage.

This standard gauge (1435 mm) Bo'Bo' locomotive boasts a length of 15.5 meters and remains a notable example of its era.

SNOS E424 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	E424
Built by	Ansaldo, Breda, CGE, Marelli, OM, Reggiane, SNOS, TIBB · 1943–1951158 units
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	1,550 kW2,079 hp	2,079 hp
Tractive effort	168 kN37,768 lbf	37,768 lbf
Electric systems	3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	15.5 m50 ft 10 in	50 ft 10 in
Weight	72 t158,733 lb	158,733 lb