SLM GGB He 2/2

Built by BBC, SIG, SLM

Power output

132 kW

177 hp

Weight

15 t

33,069 lb

Length

4.13 m

13 ft 7 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1898

3 units

Overview of the SLM GGB He 2/2

Discover the historic GGB He 2/2 electric locomotive, an icon of Swiss engineering and a cornerstone of the Gornergratbahn.

Built in 1898 by BBC, SIG, and SLM, this distinctive unit operates on a 1000mm gauge track, traversing the stunning mountainous routes of Switzerland for an unforgettable travel experience.

Measuring 4.13 meters in length and weighing 15 tons, the GGB He 2/2 exemplifies the robustness and efficiency of early 20th-century locomotives, boasting a power output of 132 kW.

Explore the fascinating history and technical specifications of this railway heritage gem, a must-see for train and history enthusiasts alike.

SLM GGB He 2/2 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BBC, SIG, SLM · 18983 units
Power output	132 kW177 hp	177 hp
Tractive effort	56 kN12,589 lbf	12,589 lbf
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
Length	4.13 m13 ft 7 in	13 ft 7 in
Width	2.55 m8 ft 4 in	8 ft 4 in
Height	2.92 m9 ft 7 in	9 ft 7 in
Weight	15 t33,069 lb	33,069 lb