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BBC TPC BDe 4/4 401-404 (ASD)

Built by ACMV, BBC

Top speed
65 km/h
40 mph
Weight
32 t
70,548 lb
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge
Years built
1987
4 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the BBC TPC BDe 4/4 401-404 (ASD)

Discover the TPC BDe 4/4 401-404 EMUs, a remarkable piece of Swiss railway engineering. Built by ACMV and BBC in 1987, these narrow-gauge electric multiple units operate on a 1000 mm track gauge and are capable of reaching speeds up to 65 km/h.

These robust locomotives, measuring 18.8 meters in length and weighing 32 tons, are ideally suited for the challenging routes of the Aigle–Sépey–Diablerets and Transports Publics du Chablais (TPC) networks. Their reliable 1.5 kV DC electrical systems ensure efficient operation.

Explore the history and charm of these iconic trains, offering a glimpse into Swiss railway heritage. The TPC BDe 4/4 401-404 series is a must-see for enthusiasts.

BBC TPC BDe 4/4 401-404 (ASD) technical specifications

Value
Built byACMV, BBC · 19874 units
Top speed65 km/h40 mph
Electric systems
  • 1.5 kV DC
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Car length18.8 m61 ft 8 in
Weight32 t70,548 lb

Operators of the BBC TPC BDe 4/4 401-404 (ASD)

Railway companies that have operated the TPC BDe 4/4 401-404 (ASD), with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Aigle–Sépey–DiableretsASD BDe 4/4 401-404Switzerland
Transports Publics du ChablaisTPC BDe 4/4 401-404Switzerland

BBC TPC BDe 4/4 401-404 (ASD) photos

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