ABB RBDe 4/4

Built by ABB, BBC, SIG, SWP, SWS

Top speed

125 km/h

78 mph

Power output

1,650 kW

2,213 hp

Weight

69 t

152,119 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1982–1992

22 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the ABB RBDe 4/4

Discover the RBDe 4/4, an electric multiple unit series built by ABB, BBC, SIG, SWP, and SWS between 1982 and 1992.

These trains, known for their 1650 kW power output and a top speed of 125 km/h, operated with BLS AG.

Featuring a 1435 mm gauge and a length of 25 meters, they provided seating for 54 passengers in 2nd class and were designed for the 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric system.

Their Bo'Bo' axle configuration highlights their dynamic driving capabilities.

These robust and reliable units represent a significant part of Swiss railway history.

ABB RBDe 4/4 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	ABB, BBC, SIG, SWP, SWS · 1982–199222 units
Top speed	125 km/h78 mph	78 mph
Power output	1,650 kW2,213 hp	2,213 hp
Tractive effort	164 kN36,869 lbf	36,869 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Capacity	2nd class 54 seats
Car length	25 m82 ft 0 in	82 ft 0 in
Weight	69 t152,119 lb	152,119 lb