Schalke Gmf 4/4 II

Built by Schalke

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

1,800 kW

2,414 hp

Weight

64 t

141,096 lb

Length

16.69 m

54 ft 9 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

2013

4 units

Overview of the Schalke Gmf 4/4 II

Discover the RhB Gmf 4/4 II, a powerful diesel locomotive renowned for its performance on the Rhaetian Railway in Switzerland.

Built by Schalke in 2013, this Bo'Bo' class locomotive boasts a top speed of 100 km/h and a substantial tractive effort of 230 kN.

With a length of 16.69 meters and a weight of 64 tons, the Gmf 4/4 II is equipped with a robust MTU 12V 4000 R43L prime mover delivering an impressive 1800 kW of power.

Operating on a 1000 mm gauge, this versatile diesel loc is a key asset for the Rhaetian Railway's operations.

Schalke Gmf 4/4 II technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	Schalke · 20134 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	1,800 kW2,414 hp	2,414 hp
Tractive effort	230 kN51,706 lbf	51,706 lbf
Prime mover	MTU 12V 4000 R43L
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	16.69 m54 ft 9 in	54 ft 9 in
Width	2.65 m8 ft 8 in	8 ft 8 in
Height	3.8 m12 ft 6 in	12 ft 6 in
Weight	64 t141,096 lb	141,096 lb