SAAS RBDe 566 I

Built by SAAS, SWS

Top speed

125 km/h

78 mph

Power output

1,341 kW

1,798 hp

Weight

71 t

156,528 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1973–1977

8 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'

Overview of the SAAS RBDe 566 I

Discover the RBDe 566 I, a versatile electric multiple unit (EMU) designed for Swiss rail transport.

This train, measuring 25 meters long and weighing 71 tons, can reach a top speed of 125 km/h thanks to its 1341 kW power output.

With a capacity of 56 second-class seats, the RBDe 566 I is an excellent choice for daily and regional journeys.

This model has served several Swiss railway companies, including BLS AG, Bodensee-Toggenburg-Bahn, Chemins de fer du Jura, and Emmental Burgdorf Thun Bahn.

Built between 1973 and 1977, it operates on a 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric system and features a standard 1435 mm gauge.

This robust EMU is a significant part of Swiss railway history.

SAAS RBDe 566 I technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	SAAS, SWS · 1973–19778 units
Top speed	125 km/h78 mph	78 mph
Power output	1,341 kW1,798 hp	1,798 hp
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Formation	1 cars (1M)
Capacity	2nd class 56 seats
Car length	25 m82 ft 0 in	82 ft 0 in
Weight	71 t156,528 lb	156,528 lb

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Operators of the SAAS RBDe 566 I

Railway companies that have operated the RBDe 566 I, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
BLS AG	BLS RBDe 566 I	Switzerland
Bodensee-Toggenburg-Bahn	BT RBDe 4/12	Switzerland
Chemins de fer du Jura	CJ RBDe 566 I	Switzerland
Emmental Burgdorf Thun Bahn	EBT RBDe 4/4	Switzerland