SAAS SBB Ee 6/6 I

Built by SLM, BBC, SAAS

Top speed

45 km/h

28 mph

Weight

90 t

198,416 lb

Length

14.84 m

48 ft 8 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1952

2 units

Axle arrangement

C'C'

Overview of the SAAS SBB Ee 6/6 I

Discover the powerful SBB Ee 6/6 I, a robust electric locomotive designed for heavy hauling.

Built by SLM, BBC, and SAAS in 1952, this Swiss Federal Railways workhorse features a striking C'C' wheel arrangement. Its sturdy construction and reliable electric systems, operating on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz, made it a dependable choice for demanding duties.

With a substantial weight of 90 tons and a length of 14.84 meters, the SBB Ee 6/6 I is engineered for stability and strength. Its top speed of 45 km/h underscores its role in freight and heavy passenger services across the Swiss network.

This classic locomotive, with its distinctive silhouette, represents a significant piece of Swiss railway history, embodying efficiency and power in its design.

SAAS SBB Ee 6/6 I technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	SLM, BBC, SAAS · 19522 units
Top speed	45 km/h28 mph	28 mph
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	C'C'
Length	14.84 m48 ft 8 in	48 ft 8 in
Weight	90 t198,416 lb	198,416 lb