© trainspo.comSLM CLe 2/4
Built by SLM, BBC, MFO, SAAS
Overview of the SLM CLe 2/4
Discover the iconic CLe 2/4, also known as the "Red Arrow," a distinguished Swiss electric railcar.
Built in 1935 by SLM, BBC, MFO, and SAAS, this impressive machine features a striking design and robust engineering.
With a seating capacity for 70 passengers and a top speed of 125 km/h, the CLe 2/4 served both the Oensingen-Balsthal-Bahn (OeBB) and the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB).
Weighing 32 tonnes and measuring 21.5 meters, it boasts a power output of 315 kW, making it a significant piece of Swiss railway history.
Its 1435 mm standard gauge and Bo'2' UIC axle arrangement highlight its solid construction and versatility.
SLM CLe 2/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Red Arrow | |
| Built by | SLM, BBC, MFO, SAAS · 19357 units | |
| Top speed | 125 km/h78 mph | |
| Power output | 315 kW422 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'2' | |
| Capacity | 70 seats | |
| Length | 21.5 m70 ft 6 in | |
| Weight | 32 t70,548 lb |
Operators of the SLM CLe 2/4
Railway companies that have operated the CLe 2/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Oensingen-Balsthal-Bahn | OeBB RBe 2/4 | Switzerland |
| Swiss Federal Railways | SBB RBe 2/4 | Switzerland |
SLM CLe 2/4 photos
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