SAAS Ee 3/3 II

Built by SLM, SAAS

Top speed

45 km/h

28 mph

Power output

525 kW

704 hp

Weight

52 t

114,640 lb

Length

9.51 m

31 ft 2 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1957–1963

15 units

Overview of the SAAS Ee 3/3 II

Discover the SBB Ee 3/3 II electric locomotive, an iconic model of the Swiss Federal Railways. Built between 1957 and 1963 by SLM and SAAS, this robust machine offers a power output of 525 kW and a tractive effort of 132 kN.

With a top speed of 45 km/h and weighing 52 tonnes, it is perfectly suited for shunting and yard services. Its standard gauge of 1435 mm and compact dimensions (9.51 m long, 2.92 m wide, 3.8 m high) make it a valuable asset to the railway network.

It operates with versatile electric systems of 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz and 25 kV AC 50 Hz, ensuring its operational flexibility. A symbol of Swiss railway engineering, the Ee 3/3 II continues to leave its mark on railway transport history.

Explore the world of Swiss locomotives with this impressive model, synonymous with reliability and efficiency. Find more information about this historic locomotive on de.wikipedia.org.

SAAS Ee 3/3 II technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	SLM, SAAS · 1957–196315 units
Top speed	45 km/h28 mph	28 mph
Power output	525 kW704 hp	704 hp
Tractive effort	132 kN29,675 lbf	29,675 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz 25 kV AC 50 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	C
Length	9.51 m31 ft 2 in	31 ft 2 in
Width	2.92 m9 ft 7 in	9 ft 7 in
Height	3.8 m12 ft 6 in	12 ft 6 in
Weight	52 t114,640 lb	114,640 lb