SLM BB Ge 4/4 82/182

Built by SAAS, SLM

Top speed

45 km/h

28 mph

Weight

43 t

94,799 lb

Length

14 m

45 ft 11 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1927

1 units

Axle arrangement

B'B'

Overview of the SLM BB Ge 4/4 82/182

Discover the iconic BB Ge 4/4 82/182 electric locomotive, a significant piece of Swiss railway history.

Built by SAAS and SLM in 1927, this robust engine features a B'B' axle configuration, perfectly suited for the demanding 1000 mm gauge tracks of the Rhaetian Railway (RhB).

Measuring 14 meters in length and weighing 43 tons, its classic design and impressive operational history make it a vital part of Switzerland's railway transport heritage.

This electric locomotive reaches a top speed of 45 km/h, making it ideal for navigating the picturesque routes operated by the Rhaetian Railway.

Explore stunning images of this remarkable locomotive and immerse yourself in its enduring legacy.

SLM BB Ge 4/4 82/182 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	SAAS, SLM · 19271 units
Top speed	45 km/h28 mph	28 mph
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	B'B'
Length	14 m45 ft 11 in	45 ft 11 in
Weight	43 t94,799 lb	94,799 lb