© trainspo.comBBC ABDe 4/4
Built by SIG, SWS, BBC, MFO, SAAS
Overview of the BBC ABDe 4/4
Discover the ABDe 4/4, a versatile electric multiple unit, a proven choice for Swiss rail transport.
Built by renowned manufacturers like SIG, SWS, BBC, MFO, and SAAS, it has successfully served companies such as Chemin de fer Martigny-Orsières and Transports Vallée de Joux (TRAVYS), designated as ABDe 538.
With a top speed of 100 km/h, this railcar offers seating for 12 passengers in first class and 31 in second class, ensuring a comfortable journey for travelers.
Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and Bo'Bo' axle configuration make it perfectly suited for the Swiss network.
Powered by a 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electrical system, the 64-tonne ABDe 4/4 represents a reliable solution for regional traffic, combining performance and efficiency.
This model symbolizes technical excellence and durability in service of passenger transport in Switzerland.
BBC ABDe 4/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SIG, SWS, BBC, MFO, SAAS | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Capacity | 1st class 12, 2nd class 31 seats | |
| Weight | 64 t141,096 lb |
Operators of the BBC ABDe 4/4
Railway companies that have operated the ABDe 4/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Chemin de fer Martigny-Orsières | MO ABDe 4/4 | Switzerland |
| Transports Vallée de Joux | TRAVYS ABDe 538 | Switzerland |
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