BBC OJB Be 4/4

Built by SWS, BBC

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Power output

285 kW

382 hp

Weight

32 t

70,548 lb

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1966–1978

Overview of the BBC OJB Be 4/4

Discover the OJB Be 4/4, an iconic EMU with a rich history serving the Swiss Oberaargau-Jura-Bahnen and Solothurn-Niederbipp-Bahn.

Built between 1966 and 1978 by SWS and BBC, this electric multiple unit blends historical charm with practical functionality, perfect for regional railway operations.

With a top speed of 60 km/h, a seating capacity for 52 passengers, and a narrow 1000 mm gauge, the OJB Be 4/4 is a reliable and efficient workhorse.

This locomotive, weighing 32 tonnes and boasting a power output of 285 kW, exemplifies the engineering excellence and enduring legacy of Swiss railways.

Experience the nostalgia and technical prowess of the OJB Be 4/4, a valuable piece of railway heritage.

BBC OJB Be 4/4 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	SWS, BBC · 1966–1978
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Power output	285 kW382 hp	382 hp
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
Capacity	52 seats
Car length	18.07 m59 ft 3 in	59 ft 3 in
Weight	32 t70,548 lb	70,548 lb