© trainspo.comMFO BLS Te 2/3
Built by SLM, MFO, BLS
Overview of the MFO BLS Te 2/3
Discover the BLS Te 2/3, a captivating Swiss electric locomotive.
Built by SLM, MFO, and BLS, this historic engine, known as the BLS Te 2/3, is a piece of Swiss railway heritage.
It boasts a top speed of 45 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, measuring 8.13 meters in length and weighing 36 tons.
This distinctive locomotive is operated by both BLS AG and the Verein Historische Eisenbahn Emmental.
Experience the BLS Te 2/3, an icon for railway enthusiasts and lovers of classic engineering.
MFO BLS Te 2/3 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SLM, MFO, BLS | |
| Top speed | 45 km/h28 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Length | 8.13 m26 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 36 t79,366 lb |
Operators of the MFO BLS Te 2/3
Railway companies that have operated the BLS Te 2/3, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| BLS AG | BLS Te 2/3 | Switzerland |
| Verein Historische Eisenbahn Emmental | VHE Te 2/3 | Switzerland |
MFO BLS Te 2/3 photos
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