© trainspo.comSLM RhB Te 2/2 71-73
Built by SAAS, SLM
Overview of the SLM RhB Te 2/2 71-73
Discover the RhB Te 2/2 71-73, a distinctive electric locomotive from the Rhaetian Railway in Switzerland.
Built in 1945 by SAAS and SLM, this charming engine is characterized by its compact dimensions and robust construction.
With a gauge of 1000 mm and a length of just 6.05 meters, it is perfectly suited for the tight conditions of the Swiss mountains.
The RhB Te 2/2 71-73 boasts a power output of 230 kW and a tractive effort of 28 kN, making it a reliable workhorse.
Its UIC axle arrangement "Bo'" underscores its agility and maneuverability on the tracks.
This locomotive embodies the engineering skill and tradition of Swiss narrow-gauge railways.
SLM RhB Te 2/2 71-73 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | RhB Te 2/2 | |
| Built by | SAAS, SLM · 1945 | |
| Power output | 230 kW308 hp | |
| Tractive effort | 28 kN6,295 lbf | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo' | |
| Length | 6.05 m19 ft 10 in | |
| Width | 2.7 m8 ft 10 in | |
| Weight | 13 t28,660 lb |
Operators of the SLM RhB Te 2/2 71-73
Railway companies that have operated the RhB Te 2/2 71-73, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Rhaetian Railway | RhB Te 2/2.71 | Switzerland |
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