TIBB DE 424

Built by TIBB

Top speed

75 km/h

47 mph

Power output

234 kW

314 hp

Weight

32 t

70,548 lb

Length

12.04 m

39 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1957

9 units

Overview of the TIBB DE 424

Explore the robust DE 424 diesel locomotive, a significant piece of Italian railway history. Built by TIBB in 1957, this 1435 mm gauge locomotive is a reliable workhorse, capable of reaching speeds up to 75 km/h, making it suitable for various operational needs.

Featuring a Bo'Bo' axle configuration, the DE 424 offers excellent tractive effort and stability. Its practical dimensions, measuring 12.04 meters in length, 2.8 meters in width, and 3.73 meters in height, ensure efficient operation across different track layouts.

Weighing 32 tonnes and boasting a power output of 234 kW, this locomotive has a proven track record with several Italian railway operators, including Ferrovie Emilia Romagna (FER), Società Ferrovie Udine-Cividale (FUC), and Sistemi Territoriali (SI).

The DE 424 represents enduring Italian engineering, combining consistent performance with long-term dependability for everyday service.

TIBB DE 424 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	TIBB · 19579 units
Top speed	75 km/h47 mph	47 mph
Power output	234 kW314 hp	314 hp
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	12.04 m39 ft 6 in	39 ft 6 in
Width	2.8 m9 ft 2 in	9 ft 2 in
Height	3.73 m12 ft 3 in	12 ft 3 in
Weight	32 t70,548 lb	70,548 lb