© trainspo.comSLM SBB E 3/3 Tigerli
Built by SLM
Overview of the SLM SBB E 3/3 Tigerli
Discover the legendary SBB E 3/3 steam locomotive, affectionately nicknamed the "Tigerli".
This iconic railway vehicle, with its distinctive 0-6-0 Whyte configuration, represents a piece of Swiss and European railway history. Its operation in Switzerland with various private groups and museums, including the Club San Gottardo and the Zürcher Museumsbahn, highlights its enduring legacy.
Built by SLM, the "Tigerli" embodies the efficiency and reliability that made it a staple for freight and shunting operations for many years. With a top speed of 45 km/h and weighing 35 tons, this steam locomotive is a testament to high-quality engineering from a bygone era.
SLM SBB E 3/3 Tigerli technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SLM | |
| Top speed | 45 km/h28 mph | |
| UIC axle arrangement | C' h2 | |
| Whyte notation | 0-6-0 | |
| Weight | 35 t77,162 lb |
Operators of the SLM SBB E 3/3 Tigerli
Railway companies that have operated the SBB E 3/3 Tigerli, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Museum Buurtspoorweg | MBS Tigerli | Netherlands |
| Club San Gottardo | CSG E 3/3 | Switzerland |
| Dampfbahn-Verein Zürcher Oberland | DVZO E 3/3 | Switzerland |
| Private owners group | @private-ch E 3/3 | Switzerland |
| Zürcher Museumsbahn | ZMB E 3/3 | Switzerland |
SLM SBB E 3/3 Tigerli photos
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