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Electric locomotive

EMD AEM-7

Built by EMD

Top speed
201 km/h
125 mph
Weight
91 t
200,620 lb
Length
15.54 m
51 ft 0 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1978–1988
65 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the EMD AEM-7

Discover the AEM-7, a powerful and reliable electric locomotive that has graced the tracks of the United States.

Built by EMD from 1978 to 1988, this iconic locomotive served major operators like Amtrak, MARC, and SEPTA, becoming a familiar sight for passengers.

With a top speed of 201 km/h and a robust Bo'Bo' axle configuration, the AEM-7 is known for its strong performance and stable operation on its 1435 mm gauge tracks.

This electric workhorse embodies a significant era in modern rail transport and remains a subject of interest for railway enthusiasts.

EMD AEM-7 technical specifications

Value
SeriesSJ Rc
Built byEMD · 1978–198865 units
Top speed201 km/h125 mph
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length15.54 m51 ft 0 in
Weight91 t200,620 lb

Operators of the EMD AEM-7

Railway companies that have operated the AEM-7, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Amtrak National Railroad Passenger CorporationAMTK AEM-7United States
Maryland Area Rail CommuterMARC AEM-7United States
SEPTA Regional RailSEPTA AEM-7United States

EMD AEM-7 photos

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