© trainspo.comSWA AB BDe 4/4.31-35
Built by SWA, SIG, ABB
Overview of the SWA AB BDe 4/4.31-35
The AB BDe 4/4.31-35 is a notable electric multiple unit (EMU) operating for Appenzeller Bahnen in Switzerland.
This locomotive, built by SWA, SIG, and ABB, is designed for a 1000 mm gauge.
With its Bo'Bo' UIC classification, it is well-suited for challenging routes and stands as a reliable pillar of the Swiss railway system.
Its robust construction and performance make it a distinctive element of the Swiss railway landscape.
SWA AB BDe 4/4.31-35 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SWA, SIG, ABB | |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | Bo'Bo' |
Operators of the SWA AB BDe 4/4.31-35
Railway companies that have operated the AB BDe 4/4.31-35, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Appenzeller Bahnen | AB BDe 4/4.31-35 | Switzerland |
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