SLM Re 620, Re 6/6

Built by BBC, SAAS, SLM

Top speed

140 km/h

87 mph

Power output

7,237 kW

9,705 hp

Weight

120 t

264,554 lb

Length

19.31 m

63 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1975–1980

89 units

Overview of the SLM Re 620, Re 6/6

Explore the robust Re 620 electric locomotive, also known as the Re 6/6.

Built between 1975 and 1980 by BBC, SAAS, and SLM, this locomotive boasts an impressive power output of 7237 kW and a tractive effort of 395 kN, enabling it to reach a top speed of 140 km/h.

With a length of 19.31 meters, a width of 2.95 meters, and a height of 3.93 meters, the Re 620 is designed for the 1435 mm standard gauge and operates on 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems.

Serving with RailAdventure GmbH in Germany and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) and SBB Cargo in Switzerland, the Re 620 has been a cornerstone of rail transport, showcasing its reliability and performance.

Discover the detailed specifications and powerful presence of this iconic electric locomotive.

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SLM Re 620, Re 6/6 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	BBC, SAAS, SLM · 1975–198089 units
Top speed	140 km/h87 mph	87 mph
Power output	7,237 kW9,705 hp	9,705 hp
Tractive effort	395 kN88,800 lbf	88,800 lbf
Electric systems	15 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'Bo'
Length	19.31 m63 ft 4 in	63 ft 4 in
Width	2.95 m9 ft 8 in	9 ft 8 in
Height	3.93 m12 ft 11 in	12 ft 11 in
Weight	120 t264,554 lb	264,554 lb