SWS FO HGe 4/4 I

Built by SLM, MFO, SWS

Top speed

55 km/h

34 mph

Power output

890 kW

1,194 hp

Weight

46 t

101,413 lb

Length

14.12 m

46 ft 4 in

Track gauge

1,000 mm

Metre gauge

Years built

1941–1956

7 units

Overview of the SWS FO HGe 4/4 I

Discover the FO HGe 4/4 I, an iconic electric locomotive and a true testament to Swiss railway engineering.

Built between 1941 and 1956, this robust machine is a powerhouse on the rails, known for its reliability and performance.

With a top speed of 55 km/h and an impressive power output of 890 kW, the FO HGe 4/4 I delivers efficient and consistent operation.

Its substantial tractive effort of 114 kN and a weight of 46 tonnes make it perfectly suited for challenging routes, notably serving the Furka Oberalp Bahn and later the Matterhorn-Gotthard-Bahn in Switzerland.

Featuring a 1000 mm gauge and a Bo'Bo' axle arrangement, this locomotive stands as a classic, ideal for enthusiasts of historical rail transport and technical innovation.

Explore its many photographs and admire the grandeur of the FO HGe 4/4 I.

SWS FO HGe 4/4 I technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	MGB HGe 4/4 I
Built by	SLM, MFO, SWS · 1941–19567 units
Top speed	55 km/h34 mph	34 mph
Power output	890 kW1,194 hp	1,194 hp
Tractive effort	114 kN25,628 lbf	25,628 lbf
Track gauge	1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in	3 ft 3⅜ in
UIC axle arrangement	Bo'Bo'
Length	14.12 m46 ft 4 in	46 ft 4 in
Weight	46 t101,413 lb	101,413 lb