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Tram

Siemens Be 6/8

Built by Siemens

Top speed
70 km/h
43 mph
Power output
600 kW
805 hp
Weight
50 t
110,231 lb
Length
41.45 m
136 ft 0 in
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge

Overview of the Siemens Be 6/8

Discover the Be 6/8, a modern tram known for its efficient operation on the Bern tramway network.

This Siemens-built Combino series tram offers a comfortable journey with 78 seats and a top speed of 70 km/h, making it a reliable choice for urban transport.

With a length of 41.45 meters and powered by a 600 kW electric system, the Be 6/8 is an integral part of Bernmobil's fleet, designed for a 1000 mm gauge.

Siemens Be 6/8 technical specifications

Value
SeriesCombino
FamilyCombino
Built bySiemens
Top speed70 km/h43 mph
Power output600 kW805 hp
Electric systems
  • 600 V DC
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
Capacity78 seats
Length41.45 m136 ft 0 in
Width2.3 m7 ft 7 in
Height3.83 m12 ft 7 in
Weight50 t110,231 lb

Operators of the Siemens Be 6/8

Railway companies that have operated the Be 6/8, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Bern tramway networkBernmobil Be 6/8Switzerland

Siemens Be 6/8 photos

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