© trainspo.comSWS WSB Be 4/4.9
Built by SWS, BBC
Overview of the SWS WSB Be 4/4.9
Discover the WSB Be 4/4.9, a classic electric multiple unit (EMU) with a rich history on the Wynental und Suhrentalbahn in Switzerland.
Built by SWS and BBC between 1965 and 1966, this locomotive is designed for the 1000 mm gauge railway, making it a distinctive part of Switzerland's rail network.
With a top speed of 80 km/h and a car length of 17.35 meters, the WSB Be 4/4.9 offers reliable performance for its operations.
Weighing 29 tons and operating on 750 V DC electric systems, this EMU is a testament to robust engineering and enduring service in regional rail transport.
Explore the specifications and heritage of this Swiss rail icon.
SWS WSB Be 4/4.9 technical specifications
| Value | Imperial / US | |
|---|---|---|
| Built by | SWS, BBC · 1965–1966 | |
| Top speed | 80 km/h50 mph | |
| Electric systems |
| |
| Track gauge | 1,000 mmMetre gauge3 ft 3⅜ in | |
| Car length | 17.35 m56 ft 11 in | |
| Weight | 29 t63,934 lb |
Operators of the SWS WSB Be 4/4.9
Railway companies that have operated the WSB Be 4/4.9, with the class designation used by each of them.
| Operator | Class | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Wynental und Suhrentalbahn | WSB Be 4/4.9 | Switzerland |
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