Schindler SBB RABDe 8/16

Built by SWS, SIG, SAAS, Schindler

Top speed

125 km/h

78 mph

Weight

149 t

328,488 lb

Length

100 m

328 ft 1 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1976

4 units

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2'+Bo'Bo'

Overview of the Schindler SBB RABDe 8/16

Discover the SBB RABDe 8/16, a versatile electric multiple unit that served the Swiss Federal Railways.

Built in 1976 by SWS, SIG, SAAS, and Schindler, this EMU is a piece of Swiss railway engineering.

With a seating capacity of 278 passengers and a top speed of 125 km/h, this 4-car train offers comfort and efficiency for journeys.

The SBB RABDe 8/16 operates on a 1435 mm standard gauge and weighs 149 tonnes, boasting a tractive effort of 187 kN, showcasing its robustness.

Measuring 100 meters in length and classified with UIC axles as Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2'+Bo'Bo', this model stands as a remarkable example of railway technology.

Schindler SBB RABDe 8/16 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	SWS, SIG, SAAS, Schindler · 19764 units
Top speed	125 km/h78 mph	78 mph
Tractive effort	187 kN42,039 lbf	42,039 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2'+Bo'Bo'
Formation	4 cars
Capacity	278 seats
Train length	100 m328 ft 1 in	328 ft 1 in
Weight	149 t328,488 lb	328,488 lb