© trainspo.comSLM SBB Bm 4/4 II
Built by SLM, BBC, Sulzer
Overview of the SLM SBB Bm 4/4 II
Discover the SBB Bm 4/4 II, a robust diesel locomotive that served the Swiss Federal Railways with distinction.
Built by SLM, BBC, and Sulzer in 1939, this Bo'Bo' classified locomotive boasts a top speed of 110 km/h.
Measuring 14.9 meters in length and weighing 66 tons, the SBB Bm 4/4 II is a reliable workhorse designed for standard gauge tracks (1435 mm).
Experience the legacy of Swiss railway engineering with the SBB Bm 4/4 II.
SLM SBB Bm 4/4 II technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SLM, BBC, Sulzer · 19392 units | |
| Top speed | 110 km/h68 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' | |
| Length | 14.9 m48 ft 11 in | |
| Weight | 66 t145,505 lb |
Operators of the SLM SBB Bm 4/4 II
Railway companies that have operated the SBB Bm 4/4 II, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Swiss Federal Railways | SBB Bm 4/4 II | Switzerland |
SLM SBB Bm 4/4 II photos
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