© trainspo.comSLM FO BDeh 2/4 41-45
Built by SLM, BBC
Overview of the SLM FO BDeh 2/4 41-45
Discover the FO BDeh 2/4 41-45, a historic electric multiple unit that was once the pride of the Furka Oberalp Bahn in Switzerland.
Built between 1941 and 1942 by SLM and BBC, this fascinating train represents an important piece of Swiss railway heritage.
With a weight of 37 tonnes and a power output of 430 kW, this locomotive was designed to tackle the demanding 1000 mm narrow-gauge lines.
It reached a top speed of 55 km/h, offering solid performance for its operational functions.
Its length of 16.7 meters per car made it suitable for the passenger transport needs of the time on mountain railways.
SLM FO BDeh 2/4 41-45 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SLM, BBC · 1941–19425 units | |
| Top speed | 55 km/h34 mph | |
| Power output | 430 kW577 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| Car length | 16.7 m54 ft 9 in | |
| Weight | 37 t81,571 lb |
Operators of the SLM FO BDeh 2/4 41-45
Railway companies that have operated the FO BDeh 2/4 41-45, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Furka Oberalp Bahn | FO BDeh 2/4 | Switzerland |
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