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Electric multiple unit

SWS BDe 8/8

Built by SWS, MFO

Top speed

70 km/h

43 mph

Power output

588 kW

789 hp

Weight

50 t

110,231 lb

Length

33 m

108 ft 3 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1969

9 units

Overview of the SWS BDe 8/8

Discover the BDWM BDe 8/8, a distinctive Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) that has served Switzerland.

Built by SWS and MFO in 1969, this robust locomotive boasts a 1000 mm gauge and a powerful 588 kW output.

With a top speed of 70 km/h, a train length of 33 meters, and a weight of 50 tons, the BDe 8/8 is designed for efficient operation.

It offers a capacity of 93 seats in 2nd class and features a Bo'Bo'Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, ensuring reliable performance for BDWM Transport AG.

SWS BDe 8/8 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Built by	SWS, MFO · 19699 units
Top speed	70 km/h43 mph	43 mph
Power output	588 kW789 hp	789 hp
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'Bo'Bo'
Capacity	93, 2nd class 93 seats
Train length	33 m108 ft 3 in	108 ft 3 in
Weight	50 t110,231 lb	110,231 lb

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Operators of the SWS BDe 8/8

Railway companies that have operated the BDe 8/8, with the class designation used by each of them.

Operator	Class	Country
BDWM Transport AG	BDWM BDe 8/8	Switzerland

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