BBC Ge 4/4 II

Built by BBC, SLM

Top speed

90 km/h

56 mph

Power output

1,650 kW

2,213 hp

Weight

50 t

110,231 lb

Length

12.96 m

42 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1973–1984

23 units

Overview of the BBC Ge 4/4 II

Discover the Ge 4/4 II, a distinguished electric locomotive that proudly serves the Rhaetian Railway in Switzerland.

Built between 1973 and 1984 by BBC and SLM, this robust machine boasts a top speed of 90 km/h and delivers an impressive 1650 kW of power.

With its 1000 mm gauge and Bo'Bo' axle configuration, the Ge 4/4 II is engineered for challenging alpine routes, offering a formidable tractive effort of 179 kN.

This locomotive is a testament to Swiss engineering excellence, a reliable workhorse cherished by train enthusiasts and railway professionals alike.

BBC Ge 4/4 II technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	GE 4/4 II
Built by	BBC, SLM · 1973–198423 units
Top speed	90 km/h56 mph	56 mph
Power output	1,650 kW2,213 hp	2,213 hp
Tractive effort	179 kN40,241 lbf	40,241 lbf
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	12.96 m42 ft 6 in	42 ft 6 in
Width	2.65 m8 ft 8 in	8 ft 8 in
Weight	50 t110,231 lb	110,231 lb