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Electric multiple unit

Stadler ABeh 8/12 ORION

Built by Stadler

Top speed
120 km/h
75 mph
Length
56.6 m
185 ft 8 in
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge

Overview of the Stadler ABeh 8/12 ORION

Experience the ABeh 8/12 ORION, a modern electric multiple unit (EMU) designed for the scenic routes of the Matterhorn-Gotthard-Bahn in Switzerland.

Built by Stadler, this impressive train boasts a capacity of 142 passengers, with 24 seats designated for first class, ensuring comfort for all travelers.

The ORION operates on a 1000 mm gauge track and reaches a top speed of 120 km/h, making it ideal for exploring Switzerland's breathtaking landscapes. Its 56.6-meter length and sophisticated 11.5 kV AC 25 Hz electric systems guarantee efficient and smooth journeys.

Stadler ABeh 8/12 ORION technical specifications

Value
Built byStadler
Top speed120 km/h75 mph
Electric systems
  • 11,5 kV AC 25 Hz
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
Capacity142, 1st class 24, 2nd class 118 seats
Train length56.6 m185 ft 8 in
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Operators of the Stadler ABeh 8/12 ORION

Railway companies that have operated the ABeh 8/12 ORION, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Matterhorn-Gotthard-BahnMGB ABeh 8/12Switzerland

Stadler ABeh 8/12 ORION photos

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