© trainspo.comSAAS GFM BDe 4/4
Built by SWF, SAAS
Overview of the SAAS GFM BDe 4/4
Explore the GFM BDe 4/4, a distinguished electric multiple unit that served the Swiss railway network with distinction.
Constructed in 1972 by SWF and SAAS, this 1000 mm narrow-gauge locomotive embodies reliable engineering and solid performance.
Known for its characteristic livery, the GFM BDe 4/4 traversed picturesque landscapes, providing essential service for the Gruyère-Fribourg-Morat railway.
Discover more about this captivating piece of Swiss railway heritage.
SAAS GFM BDe 4/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SWF, SAAS · 1972 | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in |
Operators of the SAAS GFM BDe 4/4
Railway companies that have operated the GFM BDe 4/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Gruyère-Fribourg-Morat | GFM BDe 4/4 | Switzerland |
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