SAAS BLM BDe 4/4

Built by BBC, SAAS, SIG

Top speed

30 km/h

19 mph

Weight

24.3 t

53,572 lb

Length

16.96 m

55 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1967

3 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the SAAS BLM BDe 4/4

Explore the charming BLM BDe 4/4, an electric railcar that served the historic Bergbahn Lauterbrunnen-Mürren line in Switzerland.

Built in 1967 by BBC, SAAS, and SIG, this railcar boasts a top speed of 30 km/h and operates on a 1000 mm gauge track. Measuring 16.96 meters long and weighing 24.3 tonnes, it's a remarkable piece of mountain railway engineering.

Powered by a 550 V DC electric system and featuring a Bo'Bo' UIC axle configuration, the BLM BDe 4/4 is a fascinating glimpse into railway history. Find more details at www.juergs.ch.

SAAS BLM BDe 4/4 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BBC, SAAS, SIG · 19673 units
Top speed	30 km/h19 mph	19 mph
Electric systems	550 V DC
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	16.96 m55 ft 8 in	55 ft 8 in
Weight	24.3 t53,572 lb	53,572 lb