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BN M4 BD
Built by BN
Top speed
160 km/h
99 mph
Weight
38 t
83,776 lb
Length
24.26 m
79 ft 7 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1979
35 units
Axle arrangement
2'2'
Overview of the BN M4 BD
Explore the M4 BD, a versatile control car designed for exceptional passenger service.
This unit, built by BN in 1979, offers a comfortable journey with a capacity of 64 seats.
It boasts a top speed of 160 km/h and operates on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks.
The M4 BD is a key component of the SNCB/NMBS fleet in Belgium, ensuring efficient and reliable transportation.
Discover its robust construction, featuring a length of 24.26 m and a weight of 38 t.
BN M4 BD technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | BN · 197935 units | |
| Top speed | 160 km/h99 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'2' | |
| Capacity | 64 seats | |
| Length | 24.26 m79 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 38 t83,776 lb |
Operators of the BN M4 BD
Railway companies that have operated the M4 BD, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| SNCB/NMBS | SNCB M4 BD | Belgium |
BN M4 BD photos
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