TIBB E444

Built by Fiat, Casaralta, Sofer, TIBB, Reggiane

Top speed

200 km/h

124 mph

Power output

4,272 kW

5,729 hp

Weight

83 t

182,983 lb

Length

16.84 m

55 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1965–1975

117 units

Overview of the TIBB E444

Discover the E444, an iconic Italian electric locomotive affectionately known as \"Tartaruga\".

This powerful machine, built between 1965 and 1975 by manufacturers like Fiat, Casaralta, and Sofer, was a pioneer of high-speed rail.

Reaching an impressive 200 km/h, the E444 set new standards for its era.

Operated by the Italian State Railways (FS), it showcased robust construction and remarkable technical specifications.

With a substantial power output of 4272 kW and a tractive effort of 201 kN, the E444 proved its versatility across various railway duties.

Its 1435 mm gauge and Bo'Bo' axle arrangement made it a vital part of the Italian rail network.

Explore the strength and rich history of this magnificent locomotive, a true testament to mid-20th-century engineering innovation.

The E444 symbolizes the technological advancements that shaped the railway sector.

Learn more about its impressive design and the technical capabilities that defined its legacy.

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	E444
Built by	Fiat, Casaralta, Sofer, TIBB, Reggiane · 1965–1975117 units
Top speed	200 km/h124 mph	124 mph
Power output	4,272 kW5,729 hp	5,729 hp
Tractive effort	201 kN45,187 lbf	45,187 lbf
Electric systems	1.5 kV DC 3 kV DC
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	16.84 m55 ft 3 in	55 ft 3 in
Width	3.02 m9 ft 11 in	9 ft 11 in
Height	4.3 m14 ft 1 in	14 ft 1 in
Weight	83 t182,983 lb	182,983 lb