SNOS E636.284

Built by Breda, OM, Marelli, SNOS, Fiat, TIBB, Ansaldo

Top speed

110 km/h

68 mph

Power output

1,750 kW

2,347 hp

Weight

101 t

222,667 lb

Length

18.25 m

59 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1940–1962

Overview of the SNOS E636.284

Discover the E636.284, an iconic electric locomotive that served the Italian State Railways.

Built between 1940 and 1962 by renowned manufacturers like Breda and Fiat, this locomotive represents a significant piece of railway engineering history.

With a top speed of 110 km/h and a robust power output of 1750 kW, the E636.284 was designed for versatility. Its substantial dimensions of 18.25 meters in length and a weight of 101 tons highlight its sturdy construction, perfect for standard gauge railways.

This particular unit underwent refurbishment in 1990, showcasing its enduring reliability and adaptability. Featuring a Bo'Bo'Bo' axle configuration and operating on 3 kV DC electric systems, the E636.284 is a classic example of Italian electric traction technology.

SNOS E636.284 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	E636
Built by	Breda, OM, Marelli, SNOS, Fiat, TIBB, Ansaldo · 1940–1962
Refurbished	FS 1990
Top speed	110 km/h68 mph	68 mph
Power output	1,750 kW2,347 hp	2,347 hp
Tractive effort	113 kN25,403 lbf	25,403 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	18.25 m59 ft 11 in	59 ft 11 in
Width	3 m9 ft 10 in	9 ft 10 in
Height	3.38 m11 ft 1 in	11 ft 1 in
Weight	101 t222,667 lb	222,667 lb