© trainspo.comOverview of the SWS RBS Be 4/4 71
Explore the RBS Be 4/4 71, a significant electric multiple unit from Switzerland.
Built by SAAS and SIG in 1925 and later refurbished by SWS in 1948, this vintage locomotive showcases impressive engineering.
As part of the Regionalverkehr Bern-Solothurn, the Be 4/4 71 played a key role in regional transportation.
Discover the enduring power and distinctive design of this classic rail vehicle.
SWS RBS Be 4/4 71 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SAAS, SIG · 19251 units | |
| Refurbished | SWS 1948 |
Operators of the SWS RBS Be 4/4 71
Railway companies that have operated the RBS Be 4/4 71, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Regionalverkehr Bern-Solothurn | RBS Be 4/4.71 | Switzerland |
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