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Electric locomotive

BBC Bernina Railway Ge 4/4

Built by BBC, SLM

Weight
46.6 t
102,735 lb
Length
13.9 m
45 ft 7 in
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge
Years built
1916
1 units
Axle arrangement
B'B'

Overview of the BBC Bernina Railway Ge 4/4

Discover the iconic Bernina Railway Ge 4/4, a true legend of Swiss engineering. Built in 1916 by BBC and SLM, this electric locomotive boasts a robust design perfectly suited for the scenic Bernina line.

With a 1000 mm gauge and a length of 13.9 meters, the Ge 4/4 is a testament to precision engineering. Its B'B' axle arrangement and 46.6-ton weight make it adept at navigating challenging mountain routes.

Operating on 1 kV DC electric systems, this locomotive ensures efficient and environmentally friendly transport. It's not just a technical marvel but a vital piece of railway heritage, also recognized as the BC Ge 4/4 at the Blonay-Chamby Railway in Switzerland.

Experience the power and rich history of the Bernina Railway Ge 4/4, an enduring icon on the rails.

BBC Bernina Railway Ge 4/4 technical specifications

Value
Built byBBC, SLM · 19161 units
Electric systems
  • 1 kV DC
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangementB'B'
Length13.9 m45 ft 7 in
Width2.5 m8 ft 2 in
Weight46.6 t102,735 lb

Operators of the BBC Bernina Railway Ge 4/4

Railway companies that have operated the Bernina Railway Ge 4/4, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Blonay-Chamby RailwayBC Ge 4/4Switzerland

BBC Bernina Railway Ge 4/4 photos

Photos © their respective authors, shared on trainspo.com. They may show liveries or variants that differ from the specifications above.

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