EMD Class 66/7

Built by EMD

Top speed

120 km/h

75 mph

Power output

2,385 kW

3,198 hp

Weight

127 t

279,987 lb

Track gauge

1,435 mm

Standard gauge

Axle arrangement

Co'Co'

Overview of the EMD Class 66/7

Discover the robust Class 66/7 locomotive, a powerful diesel engine designed for heavy-duty railway operations.

This versatile locomotive, built by EMD, boasts impressive capabilities with a top speed of 120 km/h and a formidable tractive effort of 260 kN. Its substantial weight of 127 tonnes and a powerful 2385 kW output make it ideal for various freight hauling roles.

Operating on a standard gauge of 1435 mm, the Class 66/7 features a Co'Co' axle arrangement, ensuring excellent traction and stability. Its generous dimensions, with a width of 2.64 m and a height of 3.9 m, are optimized for standard railway infrastructure.

In the United Kingdom, the Class 66/7 is a familiar sight, serving with prominent operators like Colas Rail UK and GB Railfreight, demonstrating its reliability and essential contribution to rail freight services.

EMD Class 66/7 technical specifications

	Value	Imperial / US
Series	Class 66
Built by	EMD
Top speed	120 km/h75 mph	75 mph
Power output	2,385 kW3,198 hp	3,198 hp
Tractive effort	260 kN58,450 lbf	58,450 lbf
Track gauge	1,435 mmStandard gauge4 ft 8½ in	4 ft 8½ in
UIC axle arrangement	Co'Co'
Width	2.64 m8 ft 8 in	8 ft 8 in
Height	3.9 m12 ft 10 in	12 ft 10 in
Weight	127 t279,987 lb	279,987 lb