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BBC RBDe 566

Built by BBC, ABB, SIG

Top speed
140 km/h
87 mph
Power output
1,650 kW
2,213 hp
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1993
84 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the BBC RBDe 566

Discover the RBDe 566, a versatile Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) with a rich history. Built in 1993 by BBC, ABB, and SIG, this locomotive is a testament to robust engineering and reliable performance, operating in Switzerland with Schweizerische Südostbahn AG (SOB).

The RBDe 566 boasts a top speed of 140 km/h and a powerful 1650 kW output, making it suitable for a variety of passenger services. Its Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and 1435 mm gauge ensure excellent stability and compatibility with standard rail networks.

With a tractive effort of 182 kN, this EMU is well-equipped for demanding routes. Learn more about the specifications and operational details of the RBDe 566, a key asset in Swiss railway operations.

BBC RBDe 566 technical specifications

Value
SeriesRBDe 560
Built byBBC, ABB, SIG · 199384 units
Top speed140 km/h87 mph
Power output1,650 kW2,213 hp
Tractive effort182 kN40,915 lbf
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
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Operators of the BBC RBDe 566

Railway companies that have operated the RBDe 566, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Schweizerische Südostbahn AGSOB RBDe 566Switzerland

BBC RBDe 566 photos

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