© trainspo.comMFO SBB De 4/4 II
Built by SLM, MFO
Overview of the MFO SBB De 4/4 II
Explore the SBB De 4/4 II, an iconic electric locomotive of the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB).
Built by SLM and MFO, this unit belongs to the De 4/6 series and operates on 1000 mm gauge track.
Featuring a Bo'Bo' UIC axle configuration and a 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric system, the SBB De 4/4 II showcases Swiss railway engineering expertise.
A classic for train enthusiasts and rail historians, this locomotive is a significant part of Swiss railway history.
MFO SBB De 4/4 II technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | De 4/6 | |
| Built by | SLM, MFO | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the MFO SBB De 4/4 II
Railway companies that have operated the SBB De 4/4 II, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Swiss Federal Railways | SBB De 4/4 II | Switzerland |
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