© trainspo.comStadler Heidi
Built by BBC, Stadler
Overview of the Stadler Heidi
Discover the charming locomotive "Heidi," a remarkable hybrid engine built for 750 mm narrow-gauge railways.
Constructed in 1946 by BBC and Stadler, this robust 13-tonne machine boasts a power output of 66 kW and operates on a 750 V DC electric system.
"Heidi" is a valuable asset to the Dienstbahn der Internationalen Rheinregulierung in Austria, classified as IRR Heidi.
Its 0-4-0 Whyte notation and B' UIC axles make it perfectly suited for shunting and specialized operations on tight tracks, highlighting its versatility and rich railway history.
Stadler Heidi technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | BBC, Stadler · 19461 units | |
| Power output | 66 kW89 hp | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 750 mmNarrow gauge2 ft 5½ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B' | |
| Whyte notation | 0-4-0 | |
| Weight | 13 t28,660 lb |
Operators of the Stadler Heidi
Railway companies that have operated the Heidi, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Dienstbahn der Internationalen Rheinregulierung | IRR Heidi | Austria |
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