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Electric multiple unit

SWS B.V.B Be 2/3

Built by SWS, MFO

Top speed
40 km/h
25 mph
Weight
15 t
33,069 lb
Track gauge
1,000 mm
Metre gauge
Years built
1948
2 units

Overview of the SWS B.V.B Be 2/3

Discover the charming B.V.B Be 2/3 EMU, a classic electric multiple unit with a rich history on the Bex–Villars–Bretaye Railway in Switzerland.

Built in 1948 by SWS and MFO, this unique locomotive operates on a 1000 mm gauge track, offering a unique rail experience.

With a top speed of 40 km/h and a seating capacity of 28, the Be 2/3 is perfect for scenic journeys.

Its compact design, with a car length of 10.73 m and a weight of 15 t, makes it ideal for mountain routes.

Experience the heritage and operational charm of the B.V.B Be 2/3, a beloved piece of Swiss railway history.

SWS B.V.B Be 2/3 technical specifications

Value
Built bySWS, MFO · 19482 units
Top speed40 km/h25 mph
Track gauge1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in
Capacity28 seats
Car length10.73 m35 ft 2 in
Weight15 t33,069 lb
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Operators of the SWS B.V.B Be 2/3

Railway companies that have operated the B.V.B Be 2/3, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Bex–Villars–Bretaye RailwayB.V.B Be 2/3Switzerland

SWS B.V.B Be 2/3 photos

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