FS Class E.550

Class E.550
Type and origin
Power typeElectric
BuilderSocietà Italiana Westinghouse
Model1906
Build date1908-1921
Total produced186
Specifications
Configuration:
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 • AARE
 • UICE
Gauge1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge
Length9.5 m (31 ft 2 in)
Loco weight63 t (62 long tons; 69 short tons)
Electric system/s Three-phase 3,400 V 15.8 Hz Catenary
Current pickup(s)Bow collector
Performance figures
Maximum speed50 km/h (31 mph)
Power output1,500 kW (2,000 hp)
Career
OperatorsFS
Retired1965

The FS Class E.550 was a class of three-phase electric locomotive used in Italy, introduced in the 20th century, which remained in service until 1965.

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