BBC Re 456

Built by ABB, BBC, SLM

Top speed

130 km/h

81 mph

Power output

3,200 kW

4,291 hp

Weight

69 t

152,119 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1987–1993

14 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the BBC Re 456

Discover the Re 456, a robust and versatile electric locomotive that has been a workhorse in Switzerland since its construction between 1987 and 1993 by ABB, BBC, and SLM.

This powerful machine boasts a top speed of 130 km/h and an output of 3200 kW, making it ideal for both passenger and freight operations.

Its adaptability is evident in its service with various renowned Swiss railway companies, including BLS AG, Bodensee-Toggenburg-Bahn, and Schweizerische Südostbahn AG.

Operating on a 1435 mm gauge and utilizing 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, the Re 456 is a crucial component of the Swiss rail network, recognized for its performance and reliability.

With a tractive effort of 240 kN and a weight of 69 tons, its Bo'Bo' UIC axle configuration ensures efficient operation and maneuverability.

BBC Re 456 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	ABB, BBC, SLM · 1987–199314 units
Top speed	130 km/h81 mph	81 mph
Power output	3,200 kW4,291 hp	4,291 hp
Tractive effort	240 kN53,954 lbf	53,954 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Weight	69 t152,119 lb	152,119 lb

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Operators of the BBC Re 456

Railway companies that have operated the Re 456, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
BLS AG	BLS Re 456	Switzerland
Bodensee-Toggenburg-Bahn	BT Re 4/4	Switzerland
Müller Gleisbau AG	M-Rail Re 456	Switzerland
Regionalverkehr Mittelland	RM Re 456	Switzerland
Schweizerische Südostbahn AG	SOB Re 456	Switzerland
Sihltal-Zürich-Uetliberg-Bahn	SZU Re 456	Switzerland
Vereinigte Huttwil-Bahnen	VHB Re 456	Switzerland