CRRC Beijing DF7C

Built by CRRC Beijing, Ziyang

Top speed

100 km/h

62 mph

Power output

1,180 kW

1,582 hp

Weight

135 t

297,624 lb

Length

17.8 m

58 ft 5 in

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Years built

1991

Overview of the CRRC Beijing DF7C

Explore the powerful DF7C diesel locomotive, a robust piece of traction engineered for China's railway needs.

This workhorse, built by CRRC Beijing and Ziyang starting in 1991, features a reliable Co'Co' axle configuration and can reach a top speed of 100 km/h.

Measuring 17.8 meters in length and weighing 135 tons, the DF7C exemplifies dependable railway engineering.

Its 1180 kW power output and 428 kN tractive effort make it well-suited for diverse applications within the Chinese railway sector, operating on the standard 1435 mm gauge.

With its substantial dimensions, the DF7C stands as a crucial component of the China Railway Corporation's fleet.

CRRC Beijing DF7C technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	DF7 东风7
Built by	CRRC Beijing, Ziyang · 1991
Top speed	100 km/h62 mph	62 mph
Power output	1,180 kW1,582 hp	1,582 hp
Tractive effort	428 kN96,218 lbf	96,218 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Length	17.8 m58 ft 5 in	58 ft 5 in
Width	3.34 m10 ft 11 in	10 ft 11 in
Height	4.75 m15 ft 7 in	15 ft 7 in
Weight	135 t297,624 lb	297,624 lb
Axle load	23 t50,706 lb	50,706 lb