© trainspo.comBBC GFM Ee 2/2
Built by BBC, SIG
Overview of the BBC GFM Ee 2/2
Explore the GFM Ee 2/2, a fascinating electric locomotive built by BBC and SIG.
This locomotive, a notable part of the Gruyère-Fribourg-Morat railway in Switzerland, embodies classic traction and contributes to a rich Swiss railway history.
With a top speed of 75 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, this locomotive fits seamlessly into the European railway network.
The GFM Ee 2/2 stands out with its compact length of 7.5 meters and a weight of 30 tons, ensuring excellent maneuverability.
Equipped with 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, this locomotive is a testament to efficiency and reliability in Swiss railway engineering.
BBC GFM Ee 2/2 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | BBC, SIG | |
| Top speed | 75 km/h47 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Length | 7.5 m24 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 30 t66,139 lb |
Operators of the BBC GFM Ee 2/2
Railway companies that have operated the GFM Ee 2/2, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Gruyère-Fribourg-Morat | GFM Ee 2/2 | Switzerland |
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