The EMD F7 is a model of 1,500-horsepower (1,100 kW) diesel-electric locomotive produced between February 1949 and December 1953 by the Electro-Motive Division of General Motors (EMD) and General Motors Diesel (GMD).

The All-American F7 defined railroading during the 1950s; nearly every notable Class 1 operated at least one and many rostered dozens, or even hundreds, of these locomotives. When one pictures Electro-Motive's classic streamlined diesels, the F7 most often comes to mind.

2025年2月20日 · The FT (which stood for Freight, Twenty-seven hundred horsepower) was a superb locomotive and although its 2,700 horsepower came from an A-B setup of a cab (A) plus booster (B), each rated at 1,350 horsepower, the model would be embraced by the rail industry for the efficiencies it held over steam power as well as being rugged and easy to maintain.

2025年2月8日 · The EMD F7 and EMD F3 were two of the most famous diesel-electric locomotives built by Electro-Motive Division (EMD) of General Motors. Both played a crucial role in replacing steam locomotives in the 1940s and 1950s, but despite their similar appearances, they had key differences in design, performance, and technology.

2025年2月8日 · The EMD F7 is one of the most iconic diesel-electric locomotives ever built. Introduced in the late 1940s by Electro-Motive Division (EMD) of General Motors, the F7 played a key role in replacing steam locomotives on American railroads. With its distinctive streamlined design and reliable performance, the F7 became a favorite among railroads ...

“F” series locomotives. A total of 2393 F7 A units and 1463 F7B units were produced between 1949 and 1953 which makes it one of EMD’s most popular units. These 1500 H.P. units served many of America’s railroads for numerous years. The accurate reproduction of this locomotive by USA Trains will allow

2024年1月17日 · The EMD F7 is the quintessential classic post-World War 2 American train industry diesel-electric locomotive built to the tune of some 3,856 total units from the period spanning February 1949 to December 1953, continuing the line of successful F-Unit locos manufactured by EMD.

DIESEL LOCOMOTIVE OPERATING MANUAL NO. 1310 FOR MODEL F7 With Vapor Car Steam Generator and Elesco Steam Generator 4th Edition March, 1950 This manual has been written to specifically cover operation of the F7 locomotive. However, it may be used for the operation of other freight type General Motors locomotives.

The EMD F7 is a model of 1,500-horsepower (1,100 kW) diesel-electric locomotive produced between February 1949 and December 1953 by the Electro-Motive Division of General Motors (EMD) and General Motors Diesel (GMD).

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