© trainspo.comMFO DZeh 2/4
Built by MFO, SLM
Overview of the MFO DZeh 2/4
Discover the DZeh 2/4, a historic electric locomotive from the Appenzeller Bahnen (AB) in Switzerland.
Built in 1930 by MFO and SLM, this 2-4-2 type locomotive, also classified as 1'B1' n2 according to UIC standards, showcases impressive Swiss railway engineering from its era.
Equipped with a power output of 412 kW and a tractive effort of 98 kN, it was designed for efficient service on standard gauge 1435 mm tracks.
Despite a top speed of 25 km/h, the DZeh 2/4 operated reliably on Swiss lines, powered by a 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric system.
Weighing 42.8 tonnes, this robust machine was well-suited for the demands of the railway network. A true collector's item for enthusiasts of vintage locomotives and Swiss transport history.
MFO DZeh 2/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | MFO, SLM · 19302 units | |
| Top speed | 25 km/h16 mph | |
| Power output | 412 kW553 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 98 kN22,031 lbf | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 1'B1' n2 | |
| Whyte notation | 2-4-2 | |
| Weight | 42.8 t94,358 lb |
Operators of the MFO DZeh 2/4
Railway companies that have operated the DZeh 2/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Appenzeller Bahnen | AB DZeh 2/4 | Switzerland |
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