© trainspo.comMFO STB Be 4/4
Built by SLM, SIG, MFO, BBC, SAAS
Overview of the MFO STB Be 4/4
Discover the STB Be 4/4, a remarkable electric multiple unit originally designed for the Sensetalbahn AG in Switzerland.
Constructed in 1939 by a collaboration of SLM, SIG, MFO, BBC, and SAAS, this locomotive embodies robust engineering and enduring reliability.
With a top speed of 80 km/h and a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the STB Be 4/4 is perfectly suited for the operational demands of the Sensetalbahn routes.
Its efficient design is further highlighted by a car length of 19.6 meters and a weight of 44 tons.
Operating on a 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electrical system, the STB Be 4/4 stands as a testament to Swiss railway heritage, offering a dependable and historic transportation solution.
MFO STB Be 4/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SLM, SIG, MFO, BBC, SAAS · 1939 | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Car length | 19.6 m64 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 44 t97,003 lb |
Operators of the MFO STB Be 4/4
Railway companies that have operated the STB Be 4/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Sensetalbahn AG | STB Be 4/4 | Switzerland |
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