© trainspo.comSWP VBZ Be 4/6 II
Built by SWS, SWP
Overview of the SWP VBZ Be 4/6 II
Discover the VBZ Be 4/6 II, a classic tram built by SWS and SWP between 1985 and 1987.
This model is part of the Tram 2000 family and operates on a 600 V DC electric system.
With a 1000 mm gauge and a B'2'B' axle configuration, it's perfectly suited for urban environments.
Measuring 21.4 meters long, 2.2 meters wide, and 3.6 meters high, this tram offers seating for 50 passengers.
Originally serving Zurich Public Transport in Switzerland, the VBZ Be 4/6 II has also found service in Vinnytsia, Ukraine.
Known for its efficiency and enduring design, this tram continues to be a reliable workhorse in city transport networks.
SWP VBZ Be 4/6 II technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Series | VBZ Be 4/6 | |
| Family | Tram 2000 | |
| Built by | SWS, SWP · 1985–198752 units | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| UIC axle arrangement | B'2'B' | |
| Capacity | 50 seats | |
| Length | 21.4 m70 ft 3 in | |
| Width | 2.2 m7 ft 3 in | |
| Height | 3.6 m11 ft 10 in |
Operators of the SWP VBZ Be 4/6 II
Railway companies that have operated the VBZ Be 4/6 II, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Zurich Public Transport | VBZ Be 4/6 II | Switzerland |
| Vinnytsia Tramway | VT Be 4/6 II | Ukraine |
SWP VBZ Be 4/6 II photos
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