© trainspo.comSLM FO HGe 4/4 I
Built by SLM, MFO, SWS
Overview of the SLM FO HGe 4/4 I
Discover the FO HGe 4/4 I electric locomotive, a powerful and historically significant machine.
This iconic locomotive, running on a 1000 mm gauge, showcases exceptional Swiss engineering and served with distinction for both the Furka Oberalp Bahn and the Matterhorn-Gotthard-Bahn.
Boasting a power output of 890 kW and a top speed of 55 km/h, the FO HGe 4/4 I demonstrates impressive tractive effort, making it a vital component of the alpine railway landscape.
Built between 1941 and 1956, this Bo'Bo' classification locomotive stands as a testament to enduring reliability and performance.
SLM FO HGe 4/4 I technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | MGB HGe 4/4 I | |
| Built by | SLM, MFO, SWS · 1941–19567 units | |
| Top speed | 55 km/h34 mph | |
| Power output | 890 kW1,194 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 114 kN25,628 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 14.12 m46 ft 4 in | |
| Weight | 46 t101,413 lb |
Operators of the SLM FO HGe 4/4 I
Railway companies that have operated the FO HGe 4/4 I, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Furka Oberalp Bahn | FO HGe 4/4 I | Switzerland |
| Matterhorn-Gotthard-Bahn | MGB HGe 4/4 I | Switzerland |
SLM FO HGe 4/4 I photos
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