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Electric locomotive

TIBB E646

Built by TIBB

Top speed
140 km/h
87 mph
Power output
3,780 kW
5,069 hp
Weight
110 t
242,508 lb
Length
18.29 m
60 ft 0 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1958–1967
235 units

Overview of the TIBB E646

Discover the powerful FS E646 electric locomotive, a workhorse of Italian railways.

Built between 1958 and 1967, this iconic locomotive boasts a top speed of 140 km/h and a formidable power output of 3780 kW.

With its robust Bo'Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and a weight of 110 tonnes, the E646 is designed for heavy-duty service.

Experience the engineering prowess of this classic Italian locomotive.

TIBB E646 technical specifications

Value
SeriesE646
Built byTIBB · 1958–1967235 units
Top speed140 km/h87 mph
Power output3,780 kW5,069 hp
Tractive effort237 kN53,280 lbf
Electric systems
  • 3 kV DC
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'Bo'
Length18.29 m60 ft 0 in
Width3.01 m9 ft 11 in
Height4.3 m14 ft 1 in
Weight110 t242,508 lb
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Operators of the TIBB E646

Railway companies that have operated the E646, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Italian State RailwaysFS E646Italy

TIBB E646 photos

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