© trainspo.comStadler Be 556.51
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Overview of the Stadler Be 556.51
Discover the powerful Be 556.51, an electric multiple unit (EMU) operated by the Sihltal-Zürich-Uetliberg-Bahn (SZU) in Switzerland.
Built by Stadler between 2013 and 2014, this modern locomotive boasts a 2'Bo'+Bo'2' wheel arrangement and delivers an impressive 1400 kW of power.
Capable of reaching a top speed of 120 km/h, the Be 556.51 measures 50 meters in length and weighs 93 tons, offering a comfortable and efficient travel experience on scenic routes.
Stadler Be 556.51 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Stadler · 2013–2014 | |
| Top speed | 120 km/h75 mph | |
| Power output | 1,400 kW1,877 hp | |
| UIC axle arrangement | 2'Bo'+Bo'2' | |
| Car length | 50 m164 ft 1 in | |
| Weight | 93 t205,030 lb |
Operators of the Stadler Be 556.51
Railway companies that have operated the Be 556.51, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Sihltal-Zürich-Uetliberg-Bahn | SZU Be 556.51 | Switzerland |
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