© trainspo.comBBC Ee 6/6 II
Built by SLM, BBC
Overview of the BBC Ee 6/6 II
Discover the SBB Ee 6/6 II, a powerful electric locomotive built in 1980 by SLM and BBC, designed for robust Swiss Federal Railways operations.
This heavy-duty engine boasts a Co'Co' wheel arrangement, ensuring exceptional traction and reliability for shunting and freight duties.
Measuring 17.4 meters and weighing 107 tons, it reaches a top speed of 85 km/h, operating on standard gauge 1435 mm tracks.
Fueled by 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, the Ee 6/6 II delivers a substantial 730 kW of power, showcasing its enduring efficiency in railway operations.
BBC Ee 6/6 II technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SLM, BBC · 1980 | |
| Top speed | 85 km/h53 mph | |
| Power output | 730 kW979 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Co'Co' | |
| Length | 17.4 m57 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 107 t235,894 lb |
Operators of the BBC Ee 6/6 II
Railway companies that have operated the Ee 6/6 II, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Swiss Federal Railways | SBB Ee 6/6 II | Switzerland |
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