© trainspo.comBBC Ge 4/4
Built by SLM, BBC, MFO
Overview of the BBC Ge 4/4
Discover the robust Ge 4/4 electric locomotive, a testament to Swiss engineering and reliable performance.
Built by SLM, BBC, and MFO, this powerful machine is designed for efficiency and durability.
Featuring a 1000 mm gauge and a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, the Ge 4/4 is adept at navigating varied rail networks.
Its compact design, with a length of 12.88 meters and a weight of 41 tons, ensures agility and versatility.
Powered by a 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric system, the Ge 4/4 is a key asset for TRAVYS, serving the Transports Vallée de Joux in Switzerland.
This electric locomotive exemplifies a fusion of proven technology and modern railway demands.
BBC Ge 4/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SLM, BBC, MFO | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 12.88 m42 ft 3 in | |
| Weight | 41 t90,389 lb |
Operators of the BBC Ge 4/4
Railway companies that have operated the Ge 4/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Transports Vallée de Joux | TRAVYS Ge 4/4 | Switzerland |
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