© trainspo.comBBC VBZ Be 4/6
Built by SIG, SWS, MFO, BBC, Sécheron
Overview of the BBC VBZ Be 4/6
Discover the VBZ Be 4/6, an iconic tram from Zurich Public Transport.
This robust vehicle, built by SIG, SWS, MFO, BBC, and Sécheron, boasts a length of 20.9 meters and a weight of 25 tons, running on a 1000 mm gauge.
It operates with a 600 V DC electric system and features a Bo'2'Bo' axle configuration, ensuring excellent maneuverability on urban tracks.
The VBZ Be 4/6 has not only served Zurich but also found a new home with the Vinnytsia Tramway in Ukraine, embodying Swiss engineering excellence.
This tram is a testament to the durability and reliability characteristic of public transport in Switzerland.
BBC VBZ Be 4/6 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SIG, SWS, MFO, BBC, Sécheron | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'2'Bo' | |
| Length | 20.9 m68 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 25 t55,116 lb |
Operators of the BBC VBZ Be 4/6
Railway companies that have operated the VBZ Be 4/6, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich Public Transport | VBZ Be 4/6 | Switzerland |
| Vinnytsia Tramway | VT Be 4/6 | Ukraine |
BBC VBZ Be 4/6 photos
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