© trainspo.comMFO CLe 2/4
Built by SLM, BBC, MFO, SAAS
Overview of the MFO CLe 2/4
Discover the CLe 2/4 railcar, famously known as the "Red Arrow".
This iconic Swiss electric multiple unit, built in 1935 by SLM, BBC, MFO, and SAAS, embodies a significant era in railway engineering.
With a top speed of 125 km/h and a seating capacity of 70 passengers, it served with distinction on lines like the Oensingen-Balsthal-Bahn and the Swiss Federal Railways.
Its distinctive design, robust construction, and reliable performance make the CLe 2/4 a treasured piece of railway heritage.
Experience the elegance and efficiency that defined Swiss rail travel with this remarkable locomotive.
MFO CLe 2/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Red Arrow | |
| Built by | SLM, BBC, MFO, SAAS · 19357 units | |
| Top speed | 125 km/h78 mph | |
| Power output | 315 kW422 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'2' | |
| Capacity | 70 seats | |
| Length | 21.5 m70 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 32 t70,548 lb |
Operators of the MFO CLe 2/4
Railway companies that have operated the CLe 2/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Oensingen-Balsthal-Bahn | OeBB RBe 2/4 | Switzerland |
| Swiss Federal Railways | SBB RBe 2/4 | Switzerland |
MFO CLe 2/4 photos
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