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CNW GP7R – photo 1© trainspo.com
Diesel locomotive

CNW GP7R

Built by EMD

Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1949–1954
2,734 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the CNW GP7R

Discover the powerful EMD GP7R diesel locomotive, a workhorse built between 1949 and 1954.

Originally manufactured by EMD, this versatile locomotive was later refurbished by CNW between 1971 and 1981, showcasing its enduring utility.

Operating on standard 1435 mm gauge tracks, the GP7R features a Bo'Bo' wheel arrangement, making it a reliable choice for various rail operations.

This particular unit has a history with the D and I Railroad, identified as a DAIR GP7R, and its details are sourced from utahrails.net.

CNW GP7R technical specifications

Value
Built byEMD · 1949–19542,734 units
RefurbishedCNW 1971 - 1981 (72)
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'

Operators of the CNW GP7R

Railway companies that have operated the GP7R, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
D and I RailroadDAIR GP7RUnited States

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