© trainspo.comStadler ABe 4/16 Capricorn
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Overview of the Stadler ABe 4/16 Capricorn
Discover the ABe 4/16 Capricorn, a modern electric multiple unit (EMU) from the Rhaetian Railway (RhB) in Switzerland. Built by Stadler in 2019, this impressive train is designed for optimal performance on the narrow-gauge network.
With a top speed of 120 km/h, the Capricorn boasts a 4-car formation (1M3T) and stretches to 76.43 meters in length. Its technical specifications, including a 1000 mm gauge and 11 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems, highlight its efficiency and reliability for passenger transport.
The ABe 4/16 Capricorn, with its UIC axle classification of Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2', represents a significant advancement in Swiss rolling stock, offering a blend of performance and comfort for traversing scenic routes.
Stadler ABe 4/16 Capricorn technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Stadler · 2019 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2' | |
| Formation | 4 cars (1M3T) | |
| Train length | 76.43 m250 ft 9 in | |
| Width | 2.67 m8 ft 9 in | |
| Height | 3.78 m12 ft 5 in | |
| Weight | 140 t308,647 lb |
Operators of the Stadler ABe 4/16 Capricorn
Railway companies that have operated the ABe 4/16 Capricorn, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Rhaetian Railway | RhB ABe 4/16 Capricorn | Switzerland |
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