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SAAS ABt – photo 1© trainspo.com
Control car

SAAS ABt

Built by BBC, MFO, SAAS, SLM, SWP

Top speed
110 km/h
68 mph
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1952–1955
53 units

Overview of the SAAS ABt

Discover the SBB Historic ABt, a distinguished control car built between 1952 and 1955. This classic locomotive, designed for 1435mm gauge railways, offers a unique glimpse into Swiss railway heritage.

With a top speed of 110 km/h, the ABt control car was a vital component of its era. Its construction involved renowned manufacturers such as BBC, MFO, SAAS, SLM, and SWP, highlighting its robust engineering and historical significance.

Explore the heritage of the SBB Historic ABt and experience a piece of Swiss railway history.

SAAS ABt technical specifications

Value
Built byBBC, MFO, SAAS, SLM, SWP · 1952–195553 units
Top speed110 km/h68 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in

Operators of the SAAS ABt

Railway companies that have operated the ABt, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
SBB HistoricSBB Historic ABtSwitzerland

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