© trainspo.comTIBB E626
Built by CEMSA, GE, Metrovicks, OM, SNOS, TIBB
Overview of the TIBB E626
Explore the E626 electric locomotive, a legendary symbol of Italian railways.
Built between 1927 and 1939 by leading manufacturers, this powerful machine boasts classic design and robust engineering.
With a top speed of 95 km/h, weighing 95 tons, and delivering 1850 kW of power, the E626 has been a cornerstone of numerous railway operations.
Its Bo'Bo'Bo' axle arrangement and 3 kV DC electrical system ensure versatility and efficiency.
Serving Italian State Railways (FS) and other companies, the E626 continues to captivate railway enthusiasts with its rich history and enduring appeal.
TIBB E626 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | E626 | |
| Built by | CEMSA, GE, Metrovicks, OM, SNOS, TIBB · 1927–1939 | |
| Top speed | 95 km/h59 mph | |
| Power output | 1,850 kW2,481 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 105 kN23,605 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
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| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 14.95 m49 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 95 t209,439 lb | |
| Axle load | 15.5 t34,172 lb |
Operators of the TIBB E626
Railway companies that have operated the E626, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| dell’Associazione Toscana Treni Storici | Italvapore E626 | Italy |
| Italian State Railways | FS E626 | Italy |
| La Ferroviaria Italiana | LFI E626 | Italy |
| Private owners group | @private-it E626 | Italy |
| Società per Azioni Torinese Trasporti Intercomunali | SATTI E626 | Italy |
| Trasporto Ferroviario Toscano SpA | TFT E626 | Italy |
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