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Electric multiple unit

BBC RBDe 560 NPZ Domino

Built by ABB, BBC, Schindler, SIG

Top speed
140 km/h
87 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1987–1996

Overview of the BBC RBDe 560 NPZ Domino

Discover the RBDe 560 NPZ Domino, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit series manufactured from 1987 to 1996 by ABB, BBC, Schindler, and SIG.

These trains are renowned for their reliability and performance, reaching a top speed of 140 km/h.

With their 3-car formation, they are ideal for regional passenger transport in Switzerland and are operated by various railway companies, including Swiss Federal Railways, RegionAlps AG, and TRAVYS.

The models underwent modernization by Bombardier between 2009 and 2011 to further enhance their efficiency and comfort.

The RBDe 560 NPZ Domino are characterized by their 1435 mm gauge and adaptability to 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electrical systems, making them an important part of the Swiss railway network.

BBC RBDe 560 NPZ Domino technical specifications

Value
SeriesRBDe 560
Built byABB, BBC, Schindler, SIG · 1987–1996
RefurbishedBombardier 2009 - 2011
Top speed140 km/h87 mph
Electric systems
  • 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
Formation3 cars

Operators of the BBC RBDe 560 NPZ Domino

Railway companies that have operated the RBDe 560 NPZ Domino, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
RegionAlps AGRegionAlps RBDe 560.4Switzerland
Swiss Federal RailwaysSBB RBDe 560.2Switzerland
Swiss Federal RailwaysSBB RBDe 560.3Switzerland
Transports Vallée de JouxTRAVYS RBDe 568Switzerland

BBC RBDe 560 NPZ Domino photos

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