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Electric locomotive

SIG RhB De 2/2

Built by EGA, SIG

Top speed
45 km/h
28 mph
Length
7.15 m
23 ft 5 in
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge
Axle arrangement
Bo'

Overview of the SIG RhB De 2/2

Discover the RhB De 2/2, a unique electric locomotive operating on the Rhaetian Railway in Switzerland. This charming locomotive, with its distinctive Bo' UIC axle configuration, is a vital part of the railway's operations.

Built by EGA and SIG, the RhB De 2/2 boasts a compact design, measuring 7.15 meters in length, 2.5 meters in width, and 3.5 meters in height. It runs on a 1000 mm gauge track, perfectly suited for the scenic mountain routes it serves.

With a top speed of 45 km/h, this locomotive is designed for efficient and reliable service. Its robust construction and specialized design make it an iconic piece of Swiss railway heritage, often captured in stunning photographs. Explore the fascinating world of narrow-gauge railways with the RhB De 2/2.

SIG RhB De 2/2 technical specifications

Value
Built byEGA, SIG
Top speed45 km/h28 mph
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'
Length7.15 m23 ft 5 in
Width2.5 m8 ft 2 in
Height3.5 m11 ft 6 in

Operators of the SIG RhB De 2/2

Railway companies that have operated the RhB De 2/2, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Rhaetian RailwayRhB De 2/2Switzerland

SIG RhB De 2/2 photos

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