© trainspo.comTIBB E431
Built by Ansaldo, TIBB
Overview of the TIBB E431
Explore the iconic FS E431 electric locomotive, a significant piece of Italian State Railways history.
Built by Ansaldo and TIBB between 1922 and 1925, this powerful locomotive features a 2-8-2 Whyte notation, showcasing its robust design.
With an impressive power output of 2000 kW and a top speed of 100 km/h, the E431 was a formidable machine on the Italian rail network.
Measuring 14.51 meters in length and weighing 91 tons, its substantial presence was a testament to its engineering capabilities.
Operating on 3.6 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, the E431 played a vital role in the electrification era of Italian railways.
Discover the legacy of this classic electric locomotive and its contribution to railway innovation in Italy.
TIBB E431 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Ansaldo, TIBB · 1922–192537 units | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 2,000 kW2,682 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'D1' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-8-2 | |
| Length | 14.51 m47 ft 7 in | |
| Height | 3.85 m12 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 91 t200,620 lb |
Operators of the TIBB E431
Railway companies that have operated the E431, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Italian State Railways | FS E431 | Italy |
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