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Electric locomotive

SLM GDe 4/4

Built by BBC, SLM

Top speed
100 km/h
62 mph
Power output
1,016 kW
1,362 hp
Weight
50 t
110,231 lb
Length
16 m
52 ft 6 in
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the SLM GDe 4/4

Explore the GDe 4/4, a versatile electric locomotive built for Swiss railways.

This "Bo'Bo'" type locomotive boasts a powerful 1016 kW output and a top speed of 100 km/h, making it a reliable workhorse.

Originally constructed by BBC and SLM, the GDe 4/4 has a proud history of service with the Gruyère-Fribourg-Morat (GFM) and the Chemins de fer Montreux-Oberland Bernois (MOB) railway companies.

Measuring 16 meters in length and weighing 50 tons, its compact design ensures suitability for a variety of operational environments.

Experience the capability and efficiency of this iconic Swiss locomotive.

SLM GDe 4/4 technical specifications

Value
Built byBBC, SLM
Top speed100 km/h62 mph
Power output1,016 kW1,362 hp
Tractive effort172 kN38,667 lbf
Electric systems
  • 850 V DC
  • 900 V DC
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length16 m52 ft 6 in
Width2.68 m8 ft 10 in
Height3.86 m12 ft 8 in
Weight50 t110,231 lb
Axle load12.5 t27,558 lb

Operators of the SLM GDe 4/4

Railway companies that have operated the GDe 4/4, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Chemins de fer Montreux-Oberland BernoisMOB GDe 4/4Switzerland
Gruyère-Fribourg-MoratGFM GDe 4/4Switzerland

SLM GDe 4/4 photos

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