© trainspo.comStadler RHB BDeh 3/6
Built by Stadler, SLM, Adtranz
Overview of the Stadler RHB BDeh 3/6
Discover the RHB BDeh 3/6, a versatile electric multiple unit (EMU) that serves the scenic routes of Switzerland with the Appenzeller Bahnen.
This distinctive train, built in 1998 by Stadler, SLM, and Adtranz, is a testament to modern Swiss engineering, designed for reliability and passenger comfort.
With a 2-car formation and a capacity for 76 second-class passengers, it efficiently navigates the standard gauge 1435 mm tracks, reaching a top speed of 70 km/h.
Powered by 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz electric systems and weighing 57 tons, the RHB BDeh 3/6 is a key component of regional rail transport, offering a smooth and pleasant journey.
Stadler RHB BDeh 3/6 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | Stadler, SLM, Adtranz · 19981 units | |
| Top speed | 70 km/h43 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in | |
| Formation | 2 cars | |
| Capacity | 2nd class 76 seats | |
| Weight | 57 t125,663 lb |
Operators of the Stadler RHB BDeh 3/6
Railway companies that have operated the RHB BDeh 3/6, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Appenzeller Bahnen | AB BDeh 3/6 | Switzerland |
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