Stadler RBS Be 4/8

Built by Stadler, Bombardier

Top speed

75 km/h

47 mph

Power output

326 kW

437 hp

Weight

62 t

136,686 lb

Length

58.02 m

190 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

2001–2002

16 units

Overview of the Stadler RBS Be 4/8

Discover the RBS Be 4/8, a robust electric multiple unit serving Regionalverkehr Bern-Solothurn in Switzerland. Built by Stadler and Bombardier between 2001 and 2002, these trains are a testament to reliable regional transport.

Engineered for efficiency, the RBS Be 4/8 boasts a top speed of 75 km/h and comfortably accommodates 184 passengers. Its 1000 mm gauge and impressive 58.02-meter length make it well-suited for busy regional lines.

Measuring 2.65 meters wide and weighing 62 tons, the Be 4/8 is powered by a 326 kW engine, ensuring smooth and effective operation. This class combines practicality with passenger comfort, making it a valued asset for Swiss rail services.

Stadler RBS Be 4/8 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	RBS Be 4/8
Built by	Stadler, Bombardier · 2001–200216 units
Top speed	75 km/h47 mph	47 mph
Power output	326 kW437 hp	437 hp
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'+2'2'+2'2'
Capacity	184 seats
Train length	58.02 m190 ft 4 in	190 ft 4 in
Width	2.65 m8 ft 8 in	8 ft 8 in
Weight	62 t136,686 lb	136,686 lb