Diesel Locos
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updated : 2016-08-25
Switzerland is well known for its electric railways but there are still sidings and short branches that aren't wired and trains occasionally have to be rescued when the power fails. As a result, there is a requirement for diesel locos but nothing particularly impressive. Tunnel firefighting trains are also diesel worked.
Preserved
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updated : 2022-09-06
The Swiss are enthusiastic about railways and many locomotives and other items of rolling stock are retained by railways after their normal withdrawal dates or preserved by private individuals or preservation groups. Some locos are kept in working order for special trains or regular excursions.
Loco Hauled Passengers
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updated : 2022-09-09
Locomotive hauled passenger trains are still reasonably common in Switzerland although multiple units are steadily making inroads. In addition to InterCity and other long distance trains, there are also loco hauled passengers on several metre gauge lines and at least one narrow gauge rack line.