© trainspo.comFFA RhB Be 4/4
Built by FFA, SAAS
Overview of the FFA RhB Be 4/4
Discover the RhB Be 4/4, a versatile railcar from the Rhaetian Railway.
This robust and reliable locomotive is built for performance on challenging routes.
With a top speed of 90 km/h and a power output of 784 kW, the RhB Be 4/4 handles diverse terrains with ease.
Constructed between 1971 and 1979 by FFA and SAAS, it weighs 44 tons and features a 1000 mm gauge, perfectly suited for the Swiss rail network.
Experience the impressive engineering and timeless design of this iconic Swiss locomotive.
FFA RhB Be 4/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | FFA, SAAS · 1971–1979 | |
| Top speed | 90 km/h56 mph | |
| Power output | 784 kW1,051 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Weight | 44 t97,003 lb |
Operators of the FFA RhB Be 4/4
Railway companies that have operated the RhB Be 4/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Rhaetian Railway | RhB Be 4/4 | Switzerland |
FFA RhB Be 4/4 photos
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