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The scenic route along Lake Geneva has many exciting photo spots. One of the most common photo subjects is the castle of Chillion (Château de Chillon) and offers even railway photographers many exciting and beautiful photos opportunities. After a long period of rain and cold weather, Switzerland experienced a sunny day, so I took the opportuni .. More |
Re 460
Electric locomotive
| Series: | Lok 2000 |
| Build: | SLM, ABB 1991−1996 (119) |
| Top speed: | 230 km/h |
| Gauge: | 1435 mm |
| UIC axles: | Bo'Bo' |
| Length: | 18.5 m |
| Width: | 3 m |
| Height: | 4.31 m |
| Weight: | 84 t |
| Electric systems: | 15 kV AC 16.7 Hz |
| Power output: | 6100 kW |
| Tractive effort: | 275 kN |
| Source: | en.wikipedia.org |
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SBB Re 460 097-9 and Re 460 037-5 pushed/pulled a set of Einheitswagen IV and IC2000 on one of the steepest and most winding standard gauge line in Europe for testing purposes. The line to Schwarzenburg is regularly used for testing new or improved trains. So with a bit of luck, you can catch new trains from Stadler, Bombardier or Siemens. .. More |
