© trainspo.comSLM SOB Be 4/4
Built by SLM, BBC, SAAS
Overview of the SLM SOB Be 4/4
Discover the historic SOB Be 4/4, an iconic electric locomotive with a rich operational history in Switzerland.
This robust locomotive, built by SLM, BBC, and SAAS, boasts a powerful 1180 kW output and a top speed of 80 km/h, making it a versatile workhorse on the 1000 mm gauge lines.
Its Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement ensures excellent traction and maneuverability, a testament to its enduring design.
The SOB Be 4/4 has served with distinction for both the Dampfbahn-Verein Zürcher Oberland (DVZO) and Schweizerische Südostbahn AG (SOB), contributing significantly to Swiss railway heritage.
Experience the legacy of this classic electric locomotive, a symbol of engineering excellence and operational reliability.
SLM SOB Be 4/4 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SLM, BBC, SAAS | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Power output | 1,180 kW1,582 hp | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the SLM SOB Be 4/4
Railway companies that have operated the SOB Be 4/4, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Dampfbahn-Verein Zürcher Oberland | DVZO Be 4/4 | Switzerland |
| Schweizerische Südostbahn AG | SOB Be 4/4 | Switzerland |
SLM SOB Be 4/4 photos
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