© trainspo.comSiemens MG Bhe 4/8
Built by SLM, Siemens
Overview of the Siemens MG Bhe 4/8
Discover the MG Bhe 4/8, a distinctive electric multiple unit (EMU) that has served the picturesque Monte Generoso railway in Switzerland.
Built in 1982 by SLM and Siemens, this unique locomotive boasts a narrow gauge of 800 mm, perfectly suited for its mountainous route.
The MG Bhe 4/8 is a two-car formation, offering a seating capacity of 96 passengers.
Experience the charm of Swiss mountain railways with this well-crafted and reliable EMU.
Siemens MG Bhe 4/8 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | MG Bhe 4/8 | |
| Built by | SLM, Siemens · 19824 units | |
| Track gauge | 800 mmNarrow gauge2 ft 7½ in | |
| Formation | 2 cars | |
| Capacity | 96 seats | |
| Car length | 23.89 m78 ft 5 in |
Operators of the Siemens MG Bhe 4/8
Railway companies that have operated the MG Bhe 4/8, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrovia Monte Generoso | MG Bhe 4/8 | Switzerland |
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