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SWS BVZ HGe 4/4 I – photo 1© trainspo.com
Electric locomotive

SWS BVZ HGe 4/4 I

Built by SLM, MFO, SWS

Years built
1929–1930
5 units

Overview of the SWS BVZ HGe 4/4 I

Explore the iconic BVZ HGe 4/4 I electric locomotive, a true treasure of Swiss railway history.

Designed and built by SLM, MFO, and SWS between 1929 and 1930, this machine embodies early 20th-century engineering excellence.

It was an integral part of the prestigious Brig-Visp-Zermatt-Bahn, significantly contributing to the region's transportation development.

Its robust construction and electric design make it an enduring symbol of Switzerland's rich railway heritage.

The BVZ HGe 4/4 I stands as a fascinating example of railway technology from its era and a source of pride for all train enthusiasts.

SWS BVZ HGe 4/4 I technical specifications

Value
Built bySLM, MFO, SWS · 1929–19305 units

Operators of the SWS BVZ HGe 4/4 I

Railway companies that have operated the BVZ HGe 4/4 I, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Brig-Visp-Zermatt-BahnBVZ HGe 4/4 ISwitzerland

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