© trainspo.comSLM SBB Tem II
Built by Tuchschmid, SLM, Saurer, MFO
Overview of the SLM SBB Tem II
Discover the SBB Tem II, a unique hybrid locomotive built in 1967 by Tuchschmid, SLM, Saurer, and MFO.
This fascinating piece of Swiss railway history, designed for the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB), showcases innovative technology for its era.
With a standard gauge of 1435 mm and a length of 6.7 meters, the Tem II is a compact yet powerful machine.
Weighing 26 tons, it achieves a top speed of 60 km/h, demonstrating efficiency and capability.
Explore the specifications and heritage of this remarkable hybrid locomotive.
SLM SBB Tem II technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Tuchschmid, SLM, Saurer, MFO · 1967 | |
| Top speed | 60 km/h37 mph | |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Length | 6.7 m22 ft 0 in | |
| Weight | 26 t57,320 lb |
Operators of the SLM SBB Tem II
Railway companies that have operated the SBB Tem II, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Swiss Federal Railways | SBB Tem II | Switzerland |
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