© trainspo.comDecauville Mont-Blanc EMU
Built by Decauville, Oerlikon, SLM
Overview of the Decauville Mont-Blanc EMU
Discover the Mont-Blanc EMU, a distinctive Electric Multiple Unit serving the scenic Tramway du Mont-Blanc in France.
Built by Decauville, Oerlikon, and SLM in 1957, this 1000mm gauge train has been a reliable workhorse, undergoing refurbishments between 1996 and 1999.
With a modest top speed of 22 km/h, the Mont-Blanc EMU is perfectly suited for its mountain routes, boasting a 2-car formation with a single motor car.
Experience the charm of this iconic locomotive, a vital part of the Tramway du Mont-Blanc's operational heritage, weighing 31 tons and delivering 472 kW of power output.
Decauville Mont-Blanc EMU technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Decauville, Oerlikon, SLM · 19573 units | |
| Refurbished | 1996 - 1999 | |
| Top speed | 22 km/h14 mph | |
| Power output | 472 kW633 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| Formation | 2 cars (1M) | |
| Car length | 15.4 m50 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 31 t68,343 lb |
Operators of the Decauville Mont-Blanc EMU
Railway companies that have operated the Mont-Blanc EMU, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Tramway du Mont-Blanc | TMB Mont-Blanc EMU | France |
Other Decauville models

Decauville
Y 2400
Diesel locomotive
1962–1969 · 50 km/h

Decauville
Y 7400
Diesel locomotive
1963–1972 · 60 km/h

Decauville
Y 6400
Diesel locomotive
60 km/h · 95 kW

Decauville
OSE 3001
Railcar
1958–1967

Decauville
XABD 2800
Railcar
1957–1962 · 140 km/h

Decauville
X 2400
Railcar
1951–1955 · 120 km/h

Decauville
U 825
Railcar
1960–1963 · 130 km/h
Similar electric multiple units from other manufacturers

BBC
JB BDhe 2/4
Electric multiple unit
1955–1966 · 25 km/h

BBC
BLM Be 4/4
Electric multiple unit
30 km/h

SLM
CM Bhe 4/4
Electric multiple unit
1954–1961 · 20 km/h

OMS
ET007-008
Electric multiple unit
1955–1956 · 640 kW

BBC
BCFeh 4/4
Electric multiple unit
40 km/h · 440 kW

SAAS
TMR BDeh 4/4
Electric multiple unit
1957–1964 · 50 km/h

Carminati
FGC A4-A7
Electric multiple unit
1957 · 60 km/h

BBC
RhB ABDe 4/4
Electric multiple unit
1957–1958 · 65 km/h