description FS ETR 610 Astoro Overview
The FS ETR 610, designated as the Astoro by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB), is a tilting high-speed electric multiple unit built by Alstom. Part of the New Pendolino family, it is designed to negotiate curved tracks at elevated speeds by leaning into turns, reducing travel time on conventional rail infrastructure. Introduced in the 2010s, the trainsets are operated by both SBB and Trenitalia for cross-border passenger services connecting Switzerland and Italy through the Alps. They are utilized on international routes linking major cities such as Milan, Zurich, and Basel.
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FS ETR 610 Astoro ranks #247 of 397 in the Locomotive ranking, behind Stadler EURO 4000, ahead of BR Standard Class 7 Britannia.
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What is the difference between the FS ETR 610 and the SBB Astoro?
The FS ETR 610 is operated by Trenitalia (Ferrovie dello Stato Italiane) in Italy, while the Astoro is the exact same train operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Both are part of Alstom's New Pendolino family and are leased heavily by SBB to run international routes.
How does the tilting mechanism on the ETR 610 Astoro work?
The ETR 610 uses an active tilting system that allows the train to lean into curves at elevated speeds. This Pendolino technology reduces centrifugal forces on passengers, significantly cutting travel times on traditional, winding railway tracks without needing to build new straight lines.
Who manufactures the FS ETR 610 Astoro?
The FS ETR 610 Astoro is manufactured by the French multinational rail transport company Alstom. It represents the latest generation of Alstom's famous Pendolino high-speed tilting trains.
What routes do the SBB Astoro trains typically serve?
The Swiss Federal Railways operates the Astoro trains primarily on cross-border international routes connecting Switzerland to Italy. These include major corridors like the Gotthard Base Tunnel route connecting Zurich and Basel to Milan.
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