SLM RhB Ge 4/4 III

Built by ABB, Adtranz, SLM

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

3,100 kW

4,157 hp

Weight

60 t

132,277 lb

Length

16 m

52 ft 6 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1993–1999

12 units

Overview of the SLM RhB Ge 4/4 III

Explore the RhB Ge 4/4 III, a powerful electric locomotive designed for the Rhaetian Railway in Switzerland.

Built between 1993 and 1999 by ABB, Adtranz, and SLM, this impressive machine operates on 1000 mm gauge tracks and reaches a top speed of 100 km/h.

Weighing 60 tons and boasting a power output of 3100 kW, the RhB Ge 4/4 III delivers a formidable tractive effort of 200 kN, perfectly suited for challenging mountain routes.

With a length of 16 meters and a width of 2.8 meters, and powered by 11 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, this locomotive ensures efficiency and reliability in both passenger and freight transport.

Discover the robust engineering and iconic presence of the RhB Ge 4/4 III, a true testament to Swiss railway innovation.

SLM RhB Ge 4/4 III technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	RhB Ge 4/4 III
Built by	ABB, Adtranz, SLM · 1993–199912 units
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	3,100 kW4,157 hp	4,157 hp
Tractive effort	200 kN44,962 lbf	44,962 lbf
Electric systems	11 kV AC 16.7 Hz
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	16 m52 ft 6 in	52 ft 6 in
Width	2.8 m9 ft 2 in	9 ft 2 in
Weight	60 t132,277 lb	132,277 lb