© trainspo.comMFO VBZ Be 4/6
Built by SIG, SWS, MFO, BBC, Sécheron
Overview of the MFO VBZ Be 4/6
Discover the classic VBZ Be 4/6 tram, a reliable workhorse of public transport.
Built by SIG, SWS, MFO, BBC, and Sécheron, this iconic tram boasts a 1000 mm gauge and a distinctive Bo'2'Bo' wheel arrangement.
Measuring 20.9 meters in length and weighing 25 tons, the Be 4/6 is powered by 600 V DC electric systems, making it a familiar sight in cities like Zurich.
Explore the history and operational details of this enduring tram model, which has also served in Vinnytsia, Ukraine, as the VT Be 4/6.
Learn more about its construction, dimensions, and electric capabilities, a testament to enduring tram engineering.
MFO VBZ Be 4/6 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SIG, SWS, MFO, BBC, Sécheron | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'2'Bo' | |
| Length | 20.9 m68 ft 7 in | |
| Weight | 25 t55,116 lb |
Operators of the MFO VBZ Be 4/6
Railway companies that have operated the VBZ Be 4/6, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich Public Transport | VBZ Be 4/6 | Switzerland |
| Vinnytsia Tramway | VT Be 4/6 | Ukraine |
MFO VBZ Be 4/6 photos
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