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Overview of the SLM GGB Bhe 4/8
Discover the GGB Bhe 4/8, a reliable electric multiple unit operating on the scenic Gornergratbahn in Switzerland.
Built by SLM between 1993 and 1994, this modern train is designed for efficiency and performance on mountain railways.
With a top speed of 28 km/h and a 1000 mm gauge, it navigates challenging routes with ease.
Weighing 49 tons and measuring 32.21 meters in length, the GGB Bhe 4/8 offers a stable and powerful journey.
Experience breathtaking landscapes and advanced railway technology aboard this distinguished locomotive.
SLM GGB Bhe 4/8 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | MG Bhe 4/8 | |
| Built by | SLM · 1993–1994 | |
| Top speed | 28 km/h17 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| Train length | 32.21 m105 ft 8 in | |
| Weight | 49 t108,026 lb |
Operators of the SLM GGB Bhe 4/8
Railway companies that have operated the GGB Bhe 4/8, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Gornergratbahn | GGB Bhe 4/8 | Switzerland |
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