ABB FART ABe 4/8

Built by ABB, ACMV

Top speed

75 km/h

47 mph

Power output

500 kW

671 hp

Weight

72.5 t

159,835 lb

Length

44 m

144 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1992–1994

12 units

Overview of the ABB FART ABe 4/8

Discover the FART ABe 4/8, a distinctive electric multiple unit (EMU) operating in Switzerland with the Ferrovie Autolinee Regionali Ticinesi (FART).

Built between 1992 and 1994 by ABB and ACMV, these narrow-gauge trains are characterized by their 1000 mm gauge, making them ideal for regional Swiss lines.

Each FART ABe 4/8 unit features a 3-car formation, measuring 44 meters in length and weighing 72.5 tons. With a top speed of 75 km/h and a power output of 500 kW, these locomotives are well-suited for efficient regional transport.

The unique Bo'2'2'Bo' axle arrangement highlights their specialized design for the Swiss railway network.

ABB FART ABe 4/8 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	FART ABe 4/6
Built by	ABB, ACMV · 1992–199412 units
Top speed	75 km/h47 mph	47 mph
Power output	500 kW671 hp	671 hp
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'2'2'Bo'
Formation	3 cars
Train length	44 m144 ft 4 in	144 ft 4 in
Weight	72.5 t159,835 lb	159,835 lb