© trainspo.comSLM BOB ABDeh 4/4
Built by BBC, SIG, SLM
Overview of the SLM BOB ABDeh 4/4
Discover the BOB ABDeh 4/4, a charming electric multiple unit that once operated on the picturesque routes of the Berner Oberland-Bahnen in Switzerland.
With an impressive power output of 632 kW and a top speed of 70 km/h, it was perfectly equipped for the demanding mountain landscape.
This locomotive, built by BBC, SIG, and SLM, features a 1000 mm gauge and offers seating for 10 first-class passengers and 32 in second class.
Its compact length of 17 meters and a weight of 40 tons made it an agile and efficient vehicle.
The BOB ABDeh 4/4 operated with 1.5 kV DC electric systems, providing a reliable transportation solution.
Experience the history and technology of this special unit, which is part of the rich heritage of Swiss railways. More information can be found at www.juergs.ch.
SLM BOB ABDeh 4/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | BBC, SIG, SLM | |
| Top speed | 70 km/h43 mph | |
| Power output | 632 kW848 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| Capacity | 1st class 10, 2nd class 32 seats | |
| Car length | 17 m55 ft 9 in | |
| Weight | 40 t88,185 lb |
Operators of the SLM BOB ABDeh 4/4
Railway companies that have operated the BOB ABDeh 4/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Berner Oberland-Bahnen | BOB ABDeh 4/4 | Switzerland |
SLM BOB ABDeh 4/4 photos
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