SIG MOB DZe 6/6

Built by BBC, SIG

Top speed

60 km/h

37 mph

Power output

738 kW

990 hp

Weight

63 t

138,891 lb

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1932–1933

Axle arrangement

Bo'Bo'Bo'

Overview of the SIG MOB DZe 6/6

Discover the historic MOB DZe 6/6, a classic electric multiple unit from Switzerland.

This remarkable locomotive, operated by Chemins de fer Montreux-Oberland Bernois, boasts a unique Bo'Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement and a powerful 738 kW output, making it a significant piece of railway heritage.

Built by BBC and SIG between 1932 and 1933, the MOB DZe 6/6 runs on a 1000 mm gauge, a testament to its specialized design. With a top speed of 60 km/h and a car length of 17 meters, it weighs in at 63 tons, showcasing robust engineering.

Experience the charm and enduring legacy of this iconic Swiss EMU.

SIG MOB DZe 6/6 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BBC, SIG · 1932–1933
Top speed	60 km/h37 mph	37 mph
Power output	738 kW990 hp	990 hp
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'Bo'
Car length	17 m55 ft 9 in	55 ft 9 in
Weight	63 t138,891 lb	138,891 lb