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Electric locomotive

SAAS Re 4/4 I

Built by SLM, BBC, MFO, SAAS

Top speed
125 km/h
78 mph
Weight
57 t
125,663 lb
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1946–1951
50 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the SAAS Re 4/4 I

Discover the Re 4/4 I, a versatile and iconic electric locomotive that played a significant role in Swiss railway history.

Built between 1946 and 1951, this powerful machine is known for its reliability and a top speed of 125 km/h, making it a robust performer on the tracks.

With a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a weight of 57 tons, the Re 4/4 I is well-suited for a variety of railway operations, boasting a distinctive Bo'Bo' axle configuration.

This esteemed locomotive has served prestigious operators including the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB), Centralbahn AG, and Mittelthurgaubahn, underscoring its proven capabilities and enduring legacy in Swiss rail transport.

SAAS Re 4/4 I technical specifications

Value
Built bySLM, BBC, MFO, SAAS · 1946–195150 units
Top speed125 km/h78 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Weight57 t125,663 lb

Operators of the SAAS Re 4/4 I

Railway companies that have operated the Re 4/4 I, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Centralbahn AGCBB Re 4/4 ISwitzerland
Classic Rail AGCLRA Re 416Switzerland
MittelthurgaubahnMThB Re 416Switzerland
Swiss Federal RailwaysSBB Re 4/4 ISwitzerland
Swiss Rail TrafficSRT Re 416Switzerland

SAAS Re 4/4 I photos

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