© trainspo.comMFO DSF BDe 4/4
Built by SIG, SWS, BBC, SAAS, MFO
Overview of the MFO DSF BDe 4/4
Discover the historic DSF BDe 4/4, an iconic electric multiple unit (EMU) that has served Switzerland with distinction.
Built in 1966 by a consortium of leading manufacturers including SIG, SWS, BBC, SAAS, and MFO, this robust locomotive boasts a top speed of 100 km/h, making it a capable performer on the Swiss rail network.
With a seating capacity for 48 passengers and a powerful 1100 kW output, the DSF BDe 4/4 was designed for efficient passenger transport, operating on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks.
Its impressive tractive effort of 137 kN further highlights its operational strength. This particular unit has a rich history, having been part of the Draisinen Sammlung Fricktal and also operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG (SOB) under the class SOB BDe 556.
Explore the heritage of Swiss rail travel with this remarkable EMU, a testament to quality engineering and enduring service.
MFO DSF BDe 4/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SIG, SWS, BBC, SAAS, MFO · 1966 | |
| Top speed | 100 km/h62 mph | |
| Power output | 1,100 kW1,475 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 137 kN30,799 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Capacity | 48 seats | |
| Car length | 24.3 m79 ft 9 in |
Operators of the MFO DSF BDe 4/4
Railway companies that have operated the DSF BDe 4/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Draisinen Sammlung Fricktal | DSF BDe 4/4 | Switzerland |
| Schweizerische Südostbahn AG | SOB BDe 556 | Switzerland |
MFO DSF BDe 4/4 photos
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