© trainspo.comEGA ABe 4/4 I
Built by SIG, EGA
Overview of the EGA ABe 4/4 I
Discover the historic Rhaetian Railway ABe 4/4 I railcar, a classic piece of Swiss engineering.
Built by SIG and EGA between 1908 and 1911, this iconic electric railcar boasts a top speed of 55 km/h.
It offers comfortable seating for 12 passengers in first class and 31 in second class.
With a length of 13.93 meters and a weight of 30 tons, the ABe 4/4 I features a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and a power output of 395 kW.
This 1000 mm gauge railcar, often seen on the picturesque routes of Switzerland, is a testament to enduring railway design and operational capability.
EGA ABe 4/4 I technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SIG, EGA · 1908–1911 | |
| Top speed | 55 km/h34 mph | |
| Power output | 395 kW530 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 102 kN22,931 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Capacity | 1st class 12, 2nd class 31 seats | |
| Length | 13.93 m45 ft 8 in | |
| Width | 2.5 m8 ft 2 in | |
| Weight | 30 t66,139 lb |
Operators of the EGA ABe 4/4 I
Railway companies that have operated the ABe 4/4 I, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Rhaetian Railway | RhB ABe 4/4 I | Switzerland |
EGA ABe 4/4 I photos
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