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Diesel locomotive

EMD CF7

Built by EMD

Top speed
105 km/h
65 mph
Power output
1,300 kW
1,743 hp
Length
14.78 m
48 ft 6 in
Track gauge
1,435 mm
Standard gauge
Years built
1969–1978
233 units
Axle arrangement
Bo'Bo'

Overview of the EMD CF7

Discover the CF7 diesel locomotive, a robust and versatile model originally built by EMD between 1969 and 1978.

This powerful locomotive boasts a 1300 kW power output and a top speed of 105 km/h, making it ideal for a variety of railway applications.

With its Bo'Bo' axle configuration and a 1435 mm gauge, the CF7 offers flexibility for numerous rail operators. It's a reliable and adaptable choice, serving companies like the Florida Central Railroad and the Louisiana and Delta Railroad.

EMD CF7 technical specifications

Value
SeriesEMD F7
Built byEMD · 1969–1978233 units
RefurbishedAEG, ATSF, Kawasaki, Stadler
Top speed105 km/h65 mph
Power output1,300 kW1,743 hp
Tractive effort277 kN62,272 lbf
Track gauge1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangementBo'Bo'
Length14.78 m48 ft 6 in

Operators of the EMD CF7

Railway companies that have operated the CF7, with the class designation used by each of them.

OperatorClassCountry
Florida Central RailroadFCEN CF7United States
Florida Midland RailroadFMID CF7United States
Louisiana and Delta RailroadLDRR CF7United States
Santa Cruz, Big Trees and Pacific RailwaySCBG CF7United States
York RailwayYRC CF7United States

EMD CF7 photos

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